Colombia vs Bolivia Preview
Before the Copa America 2024 begins, both Colombia and Bolivia will try to test their strength for a final time when the two nations lock horns in a friendly game this weekend. The footballing battle will be held on 15th June (Saturday), at Pratt and Whitney Stadium in Connecticut. Both teams are looking to conclude their final preparations before heading to the Latin American Championship starting on 20th June. Having said that, let’s take a look at Colombia vs Bolivia preview, prediction, and betting tips.
Colombia is one of the favorites to set their feet on the podium of the 2024 Copa America. They have broken free in recent times with their last defeat at the international level coming against the defending champions Argentina more than two years ago. Since then, La Tricolour has been a force to be reckoned with a 22-game undefeated run. In their last game, they routed the United States 5-1 in an impressive fashion. And now before the continental soccer tournament begins, they will look to end their international friendly campaign on a solid note by defeating a Bolivian side who are still clueless in terms of finding the right formation and tactics.
For Bolivia, they suffered a disappointing 1-3 defeat at the hands of Ecuador last week. Their head coach Antonio Carlos Zago is now focusing on finding a suitable shape for his team before heading into the Copa America. Having lost four of their last five games, La Verde are finding it difficult to get back to winning ways. They will begin their Copa campaign this edition by taking on the USA on June 23. Before that game, the clash against high-flying Colombia will be like the last training game where Zago will be able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of his team.
Colombia vs Bolivia Team News
Colombia national football team
There is no need for Colombia to change their winning combination at the moment. They should go with their favorite attacking trio – James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and Jhon Arias against an under-performing Bolivia. Three goal scorers against the USA – Luis Sinisterra, Jorge Carrascal and Richard Rios, will once again start on the bench. Rafael Santos Borre is expected to lead the attacking front, with Jefferson Lerma continuing in the middle of the park. Coach Nestor Lorenzo will also have the chance to review his preferred 4-2-3-1 shape before heading into the 2024 Copa America.
Bolivia national football team
Any changes in Bolivia’s starting XI is highly unlikely. Zago might go with the same playing XI that went against Ecuador in their last game where he made six changes later on. His main man Carlos Algaranaz will once again be the leader of the attacking third, while Pablo Vaca will be assigned to run the central midfield against Colombia. Miguel Terceros, the only scorer for Bolivia in the Ecuador game, is likely to be a part of the playing line-up.
Predicted Lineups
Colombia national football team predicted lineup
Vargas; Sanchez, Munoz, Mojica, Lucumi; Lerma, Uribe; J Rodriguez, Arias, Diaz; Borre
Bolivia national football team predicted lineup:
Viscarra; Jusino, Medina, Suarez, Sagredo; Cuellar, Vaca, Cespedes, Villamil, Fernandez; Algaranaz
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Key Players to Watch in Colombia vs Bolivia
James Rodriguez: The former Champions League winner and FIFA World Cup golden boy is one of the key players to watch in this Colombia vs Bolivia friendly. He has scored 2 goals and assisted 6 times in all competitions this season at the club level in 20 appearances.
Luis Diaz: The Liverpool forward is one of the key figures in Lorenzo’s Copa America 2024 squad. The young forward has been impressive this season with 14 goals and 6 assists to his name in 51 appearances.
Head-to-head Stats
Colombia possesses an impressive record against Bolivia. They have lost only once in the last 16 fixtures. Since 2003, La Tricolour is unbeaten against Bolivia and Nestor Lorenzo will try to extend this impressive run. Their last meeting took place in 2022, when Colombia clinched a one-sided 3-0 victory over Bolivia.
Last five H2H Results:
- Colombia 3-0 Bolivia (2022, World Cup qualifiers)
- Bolivia 1-1 Colombia (2021, World Cup qualifiers)
- Colombia 1-0 Bolivia (2017, World Cup qualifiers)
- Bolivia 2-3 Colombia (2016, World Cup qualifiers)
- Colombia 5-0 Bolivia (2013, World Cup qualifiers)
Colombia vs Bolivia Prediction
Colombia is riding on a red-hot form at the moment. They are on a 22-game unbeaten run, and are showing no sign to stop their fast-paced engine. They will enter this contest against Bolivia following a commanding 5-1 victory over the United States. On the flip side, La Verde fell to a 1-3 loss against Ecuador in their last friendly game and have managed to win only one of their last five games. It can be said that Colombia will once again emerge victorious this weekend and extend their tally of unbeaten streak against Bolivia. With Zago’s side faltering on every front, it’ll take a lot of courage for them to produce an upset in this friendly fixture.
Predicted Score: Colombia 3-1 Bolivia
Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia Live?
Q. When will Colombia vs Bolivia kick-off?
A. The match will be played at the Pratt and Whitney Stadium on June 15th at 10:00 PM ((GMT).
Q. Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia live in UK?
ITV will be offering live-streaming options for the game.
Q. Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia live in USA?
Fubo will be offering live-streaming options for the game.
Q. Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia live in Colombia?
Fans can watch the Colombia vs Bolivia game at DAZN in El Salvador.
Q. Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia live in Bolivia?
Fans can watch the Colombia vs Bolivia game on DAZN in Bolivia.
Q. Where to watch Colombia vs Bolivia live in India?
Fan Code will be offering live-streaming options for the game.
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