Uruguay vs. Colombia: Latest Odds and Exact Score Predictions for the World Cup Qualifier
Overview
Uruguay and Colombia will face off in a crucial World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday, November 16, 2023. Both teams are in contention for a spot in the tournament, and the match is expected to be a close one.
Uruguay is currently in fourth place in the CONMEBOL standings, with 19 points from 10 matches. Colombia is in sixth place, with 17 points from 10 matches. The top four teams in the standings will qualify for the World Cup, while the fifth-place team will advance to a playoff.
Head-to-Head Record
Uruguay and Colombia have a long history of playing each other, with Uruguay holding a slight edge in the head-to-head record. In 43 matches, Uruguay has won 18, Colombia has won 13, and 12 matches have ended in draws.
The two teams last met in October 2021, in a World Cup qualifier. Uruguay won the match 1-0, thanks to a goal from Edinson Cavani.
Team News
Uruguay will be without several key players for the match against Colombia. Striker Luis Suarez is suspended, while midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is injured. Defender Jose Gimenez is also a doubt due to injury.
Colombia will also be without some key players. Midfielder James Rodriguez is injured, while striker Radamel Falcao is suspended. Defender Davinson Sanchez is also a doubt due to injury.
Latest Odds
According to the latest odds, Uruguay is the favorite to win the match. The odds on a Uruguay win are 2.20, while the odds on a Colombia win are 3.20. The odds on a draw are 3.00.
Exact Score Predictions
Here are some of the most likely exact score predictions for the match:
- Uruguay 1-0 Colombia
- Uruguay 2-1 Colombia
- Colombia 1-1 Uruguay
- Colombia 2-2 Uruguay
Conclusion
The match between Uruguay and Colombia is expected to be a close one. Uruguay is the favorite to win, but Colombia is capable of pulling off an upset. The match could have a significant impact on the race for World Cup qualification.
