Preview
Mexico vs Jamaica will be the first Group B game at the Copa America that will take place at the NRG Stadium in Texas.
El Tri will enter this contest on the back of a wobbly run of form as they have secured just two wins in their last five games, losing the other three. It is interesting to note that they kept clean sheets in both wins and failed to score in two of the three defeats. They scored six goals but let in a worrying nine as they enter this year’s Copa America.
Jamaica, on the other hand, will enter this competition on the back of an encouraging run of form. They have lost just once in their last five games, securing three wins and one draw in the process. The positive is that the three wins have come in their last three outings, with the Jamaicans scoring five goals and conceding two, keeping two clean sheets along the way. They will look to make a statement with a strong performance against Mexico.
That said, let’s take a look at the team news from both camps.
Mexico vs Jamaica Team News
Mexico
Manager Jaime Lozano played mostly a second-string side in their 4-0 defeat against Uruguay, but reverted back to a much stronger lineup in the 3-2 defeat against Brazil, which seems to be their main team.
Julio Gonzalez will be the starting goalkeeper, with skipper Edson Alvarez, Johan Vasquez and Israel Reyes manning the defence in front of him. Luis Chavez and Carlos Rodriguez will anchor the midfield, while Uriel Antuna and Julian Quinones will play out wide. Santiago Gimenez will lead the line for Mexico.
Jamaica
Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson experimented with his lineups in Jamaica’s last two games – A 1-0 win against the Dominican Republic, followed by a 3-2 win against Dominica. However, he will stick with the lineup from the second game.
Jahmali White will take his place between the sticks. Richard King and Di’Shon Bernard will play in central defence, while Karoy Anderson will play as the lone defensive midfielder. Skipper Bobby De Cordova-Reid and Kaheim Dixon will take up the wide attacking roles, while Shamar Nicholson and Michail Antonio will lead the line.
Predicted Lineups
Mexico
Predicted XI: Julio Gonzalez (GK); Israel Reyes, Edson Alvarez (C), Johan Vasquez, Gerardo Arteaga; Luis Chavez, Luis Romo, Carlos Rodriguez; Uriel Antuna, Santiago Gimenez, Julian Quinones.
Jamaica
Predicted XI: Jahmali White (GK); Dexter Lembikisa, Di’Shon Bernard, Richard King, Greg Leigh; Karoy Anderson; Bobby De Cordova-Reid (C), Kasey Palmer, Kaheim Dixon; Shamar Nicholson, Michail Antonio.
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Key Players to Watch
- Edson Alvarez (Mexico) – The Mexican skipper is coming off a decent season with his new club West Ham United, having joined from Ajax just last summer. A tall and commanding presence in defence, his team will rely on his leadership and organisational skills as Mexico look to go deep into the tournament.
- Shamar Nicholson (Jamaica) – The Jamaican marksman is in good form of late, having netted in Jamaica’s last two games. He scored the only goal in the win against the Dominican Republic and topped that with a clinical brace against Dominica as Jamaica won 3-2. His combination play with teammates will be crucial as he will be the target-man.
Head-to-Head Record
Being in the same confederation, these two sides have come across each other fairly often in the last few years. However, Mexico have been dominant in their recent meetings, winning three of the last five. The other two games have ended as draws.
Last 5 Games
- Jamaica 0-3 Mexico [07/23]
- Mexico 2-2 Jamaica [03/23]
- Jamaica 1-1 Mexico [06/22]
- Jamaica 1-2 Mexico [01/22]
- Mexico 2-1 Jamaica [09/21]
Mexico vs Jamaica Prediction
Recent history suggests Mexico are the favourites heading into this contest. However, Jamaica have played some good football in recent times and will enter this contest on the back of a better run of form than El Tri.
This could be a close game with both teams looking to go all-out at securing a victory to make a good start to Copa America 2024. However, this could result in a score draw.
Prediction: Mexico 2-2 Jamaica.
When & Where to watch Mexico vs Jamaica Live?
Q. When & where will the game kick-off?
A. Mexico vs Jamaica will be played at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday, June 23 and will kick-off at 2:00 AM (GMT).
Q. Where will the match be telecast in UK?
A. Premier Sports will be telecasting the match.
Q. Where will the match be shown in USA?
A. Fox Sports will do the English telecast, while TUDN will do the Spanish one.
Q. Where will the game be shown in Mexico?
A. Televisa Univision and TV Azteca will be showing the game live.
Q. Where will the match be telecast in Jamaica?
A. DAZN will be telecasting the match.
Q. Where will the match be telecast in India?
A. Sony Sports Network will be telecasting the match.
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