Uruguay v Colombia Bet Builder Tips
Both teams to score – Yes
Darwin Nunez to have 1 or more shots on target
Federico Valverde to be fouled 1 or more times
James Rodrigues to score or assist
Jhon Arias to commit 2 or more fouls
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Thursday, 01:00: Uruguay v Colombia
Copa America semi-final
Bank of America Stadium, North Carolina
Premier Sports
Tonight sees Uruguay v Colombia with the winner of this Copa America semi-final earning the right to face Argentina. Uruguay, managed by former Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa reached this point by beating Brazil, while the Colombians thrashed Panama.
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Both teams to score – Yes
You’re getting a big price on Both Teams to Score in this game. So far we’ve seen Uruguay put up just one blank, a 0-0 against Brazil in their last game but they have scored in their other three, while Colombia have been consistent scorers.
There are talented players in attacking positions for both sides, with Uruguay scoring nine times and Colombia 11 so far, both also have 5-0 victories under their belt at the tournament. This is a huge game and we’re likely to see plenty of goals.
Darwin Nunez to have 1 or more shots on target
Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez has been one of Uruguay’s best players in the tournament despite scoring just two goals in four games. He’s been in the action constantly with his speed and power causing opponents difficulties. He’s still Uruguay’s key man in attack and despite scoring just two goals, he has averaged four shots taken per game so far.
He’s finding dangerous positions, but just not managing to score, with an xG of 2.91. He should be able to get one on target here, even if it doesn’t manage to go in the net.
Federico Valverde to be fouled 1 or more times
The Uruguayan midfield is being driven by Federico Valverde and for Colombia to win it’s essential they get on top of the Real Madrid man, so we should see him get fouled at least once tonight.
He’s been great through four games, ranking second on shots taken, second in key passes for Uruguay and second in average passes per game. If he gets stopped then Colombia have a real chance. Given he’s been fouled on average once per game that should continue.
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James Rodriguez to score or assist
You’d be forgiven for thinking James Rodriguez had retired such has his stock fallen since he lit up the 2014 World Cup. He’s now at Sao Paulo and the 32-year old has rolled back the years at this competition to be Colombia’s best player as he forms a dangerous front three with Luiz Diaz and Jhon Cordoba.
Rodriguez has only scored once so far in the tournament, but has taken 1.8 shots per game, tied for the highest of anyone on the team to start a game. He’s also assisted five of Colombia’s goals, meaning he has been involved with over half of their goals so far.
Jhon Arias to commit 2 or more fouls
With both teams having legitimate talent in attacking positions this game comes down to who controls the midfield and can disrupt the opposition.
Jhon Arias has started all four games, plays in Colombia’s midfield three and has been putting himself about this tournament. The 26-year old has yet to get booked but has been racking up the fouls. He averages three per game, which ties him with right back Daniel Munoz as the biggest fouler in the team. In a game that sees him against Valverde and Manuel Ugarte, there’s a high chance of more fouls.
Uruguay v Colombia Betting Tips
Under 3.5 Goals
Over 5.5 Uruguay Corners
Darwin Nunez to score
Luis Diaz to have 1+ shots on target
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