Canada vs Uruguay Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Copa America 2024 third-place

Preview

• Tournament: Copa America
• Date: Sunday, July 14
• Kick-off Time: 02:00 am GMT
• Venue: Bank of America Stadium, United States

Canada national football team will face the Uruguay national football team in the third-place game of Copa America at the Bank of America Stadium in the United States. This will be the third time both sides meet each other on the international stage.

Uruguay will aim for a positive outcome on Sunday against a side that surprised everyone in their first-ever appearance in the oldest international competition. La Celeste will look to secure third place in this tournament after losing the opportunity to become the most successful team in Copa America’s history. They have bagged wins in each of their last games comfortably except for their lacklustre display against Colombia in the last game. The game is likely to be in favour of Uruguay who have undoubtedly been the standout team of Copa America 2024

Meanwhile, the Canada national football team sustained a 2-0 defeat to defending champions Argentina in the semi-finals. Les Rouges have shown defensive stability as they conceded only five goals in their last six matches across all competitions.

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Canada vs Uruguay Team News

Canada national football team news

Canada, on the other hand, is led by former Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch. Alphonso Davies limped off in the defeat against Argentina after his leg was caught in a challenge with Gonzalo Montiel but Marsch confirmed his leg injury is not serious. Midfielder Tajon Buchanan will remain absent for their final match of the competition.

Uruguay national football team news

Uruguay, on the other hand, is presently led by manager Marcelo Bielsa who has been phenomenal since his appointment. Their main defender, Ronald Araujo has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a leg injury. Nahitan Nández will be back after serving a suspension in the last tie against Colombia.

Predicted Lineups

Canada national football team Predicted lineup:

Crepeau (GK), Johnston, Bombito, Cornelius, Davies, Kone, Eustaquio, Millar, David, Shaffelburg, Larin

Uruguay national football team Predicted lineup:

Rochet (GK); Nandez, R. Araujo, M. Olivera, Vina; Ugarte, Valverde; Pellistri, De la Cruz, C. Olivera; Nunez

Head-to-Head

The two sides have faced off only twice in the past, with the Uruguay national football team securing both wins.

Last five results:

Canada 0-2 Uruguay – International Friendly – September 27, 2022
Uruguay 3-1 Canada – Miami Cup – February 02, 1986

Key Players to Watch out for

Alphonso Davies

Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies led the Canada national team to their first-ever semi-final appearance in Copa America. But his side were eliminated by Argentina in the semi-final stage after suffering a 2-0 defeat. Davies ended the game on a sour note after he was forced off through injury. With the severity of the injury is still unknown, Davies remains a huge doubt for Sunday’s clash against Uruguay.

Darwin Nunez

Darwin Nunez has been leading the line for the Uruguay national team with former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez warming the bench. Since the arrival of Bielsa last summer, Nunez has bagged ten goals and two assists in eight games for La Celeste.

Canada vs Uruguay Prediction

Canada national football team have been labeled as the underdogs of the tournament. No one expected them to reach the semi-finals in the first-ever appearance in the Copa America tournament. They surprised everyone but they lost 2-0 to defending champions Argentina who booked their place in the finals in the 2024 edition of the competition.

Uruguay national football team, meanwhile, were labeled as one of the favorites to win the Copa America this summer. They have secured wins in all their group games to book a spot in the semi-finals against Colombia. But despite having some of the top sports talents among their ranks, the 15-time Copa America champions lost 1-0 to Colombia marking their exit from the competition.  La Celeste will now play Canada for the third place spot.

Predicted Score: Canada 0-3 Uruguay 

Where to Watch Canada vs Uruguay Live?

Q. Where to watch Canada vs Uruguay live in India?

The Canada vs Uruguay game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.

Q. Where to watch Canada vs Uruguay live game in UK?

The game between Canada and Uruguay will be live on Channel 4 in UK.

Q. Where to watch Canada vs Uruguay in USA?

The match between Canada and Uruguay will be available on FOX Sports.

Q. Where to watch Canada vs Uruguay game in Uruguay?

The Canada vs Uruguay will be live on TV Ciudad for Uruguay fans.

Q. Where to watch Canada vs Uruguay live in Canada?

The Canada vs Uruguay game will be available across RDS, and TSN for Canada fans.

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