
Uruguay take on Paraguay in their third and final group match at the Estadio La Portada with both sides aiming for qualification to the quarter-finals. Argentina will most likely win Group B as they take on Jamaica in the last match, which Messi and company will probably win. Paraguay need at least a draw to qualify while Uruguay have no other option than a win. Uruguay have won 30 of the previous direct encounters while Paraguay have recorded 25 wins. The two sides have met in the final of the Copa America four years ago and Uruguay won 3-0 thanks to a pair of goals from Diego Forlan, now retired.
Uruguay started the tournament with an unconvincing 1-0 victory over Jamaica and then were defeated 1-0 by group favourites Argentina. They could also qualify as one of the two best third-placed finishers, but that will depend on what happens in the other groups. Uruguay could drop young striker Diego Rolan as Hull City forward Abel Hernandez could take his place.
Paraguay seem to be doing well under new coach Ramon Diaz, they snatched a point against Argentina after going two goals down and then claimed all three points against Jamaica. They are almost certain of qualifying even if they finish third, but a draw would make sure they finish second in the group. Also, if they manage to beat Uruguay and Argentina suffer an unlikely setback against Jamaica, then Paraguay would win the group.
Probable line-ups:
Uruguay: Muslera - A Pereira, Gimenez, Godin, M Pereira - Sanchez, Arevalo, Lodeiro, Rodriguez - Hernandez, Cavani
Paraguay: Silva - Bruno Valdez, Da Silva, P. Aguilar, Samudio - Gonzalez, V Caceres, Ortigoza, Benitez - Santa Cruz, Bobadilla
My prediction: 1-1 draw.
Here are the odds for the match at Bet365:
Uruguay win - 2.15 Draw - 3.20 Paraguay win - 4.00
marcos2012
9 years ago
Jr. Member
in copa america Argentina is the big favorite to win the tournament, in Second comes the uruguay and thirdly the paraguay,Argentina has a very powerful attack while uruguay has a very strong defense, in the case of paraguay I believe has a chance to excel although inferior to Argentina and uruguay,,in reference to Brazil...
in copa america Argentina is the big favorite to win the tournament, in Second comes the uruguay and thirdly the paraguay,Argentina has a very powerful attack while uruguay has a very strong defense, in the case of paraguay I believe has a chance to excel although inferior to Argentina and uruguay,,in reference to Brazil I think not get very far especially now that will be without the neymar your main striker, this being a big loss for the Brazilian team,, the chile will not get very far although playing at home, the other teams can not say much about them.
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Alexa Alexa 9 years ago Super Hero
I agree with timidi.This really was typical match between two South American teams.Copa America is great competition.All the nations are very competitive,passionate,every player gives everything he has on the pitch.I was a little bit surprised by this draw,but Paraguay defintely deserved it.
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timidi 9 years ago Newbie
I love to watch copa America and this match was typical for this tournament. We didn't see a lot of great chances and goals, game was boring but both teams fight and that is so special about this competition, every team put 100% of their possibilities in every match and I respect that. This was not great game for us, neutral...
I love to watch copa America and this match was typical for this tournament. We didn't see a lot of great chances and goals, game was boring but both teams fight and that is so special about this competition, every team put 100% of their possibilities in every match and I respect that. This was not great game for us, neutral people, we want goals but you can't expect that in this competition.
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rikimartin4444_115925
9 years ago
Sr. Member
We watched not so interesting game. Both teams were satisfied with one point from this game. Uruguay scored first goal and after that they played defensively. Paraguay managed to level things up in first half. Lucas Barrios scored again. In second half there wasn't any chance for any side. They passed in elimination phase...
We watched not so interesting game. Both teams were satisfied with one point from this game. Uruguay scored first goal and after that they played defensively. Paraguay managed to level things up in first half. Lucas Barrios scored again. In second half there wasn't any chance for any side. They passed in elimination phase and that is big thing for them.
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mdacic 9 years ago Newbie
Here I expected draw because that was good result for both teams. With draw both teams were secure for next round, Paraguay from that second place and Uruguay like best third team. So at half time result was 1-1 and after that both teams were satisfied and they didn’t want to gamble and attack when they have next round...
Here I expected draw because that was good result for both teams. With draw both teams were secure for next round, Paraguay from that second place and Uruguay like best third team. So at half time result was 1-1 and after that both teams were satisfied and they didn’t want to gamble and attack when they have next round in pocket. I don’t want to judge but I think that is not fair.
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seculla
9 years ago
Super Hero
Yes Alexa, we agree with each other but Paraguay and Uruguay proved that we were wrong. Gimenez scored for Uruguay "early" in 29th minute, but Barrios equals the result with late first half goal. And that was it. I must admit that I expected more interesting match, and better football, especially from Uruguay. Anyway, both...
Yes Alexa, we agree with each other but Paraguay and Uruguay proved that we were wrong. Gimenez scored for Uruguay "early" in 29th minute, but Barrios equals the result with late first half goal. And that was it. I must admit that I expected more interesting match, and better football, especially from Uruguay. Anyway, both sides reached to next round, and it's obvious that they were satisfied.
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advoghado
9 years ago
Hero Member
I think the team of Uruguay slightly better than Paraguay, but it should be a very truncated game today, Paraguay surprised and is best in the Classification Table of the team from Uruguay, but it will be a game with a lot of rivalry on the field today two neighboring country in South America.
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sharpe
9 years ago
Super Hero
Two teams with traditions and class players in their squads so the game should be a good one. I think Uruguay have the potential to beat every South American team but they didn't play so well at the moment. Have to be a close one, don't have an idea how is go to finish this game but definitely both teams will have their...
Two teams with traditions and class players in their squads so the game should be a good one. I think Uruguay have the potential to beat every South American team but they didn't play so well at the moment. Have to be a close one, don't have an idea how is go to finish this game but definitely both teams will have their chances, the question is who will be more effective team on the field.
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Alexa Alexa 9 years ago Super Hero
I agree with seculla. Early lead for Uruguay would solve all the problems for Uruguay.Paraguay will have big trouble to stop Edinson Cavani.He ispowerful and quick,Da Silva and Aguilar are not top players and I simply cant wee them stoping Cavani.Paraguay will have to play perfect team defence if they wants to stay unbeaten.
I agree with seculla. Early lead for Uruguay would solve all the problems for Uruguay.Paraguay will have big trouble to stop Edinson Cavani.He ispowerful and quick,Da Silva and Aguilar are not top players and I simply cant wee them stoping Cavani.Paraguay will have to play perfect team defence if they wants to stay unbeaten.
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seculla
9 years ago
Super Hero
Another great game in Copa America. Uruguay didn't started this tournament as almost all expected and now they must win against good Paraguay to take a place in quarter finals. On the other side draw is enough for Paraguay and I think that they will try to get that draw. Most things will be clear after first half, and I'm...
Another great game in Copa America. Uruguay didn't started this tournament as almost all expected and now they must win against good Paraguay to take a place in quarter finals. On the other side draw is enough for Paraguay and I think that they will try to get that draw. Most things will be clear after first half, and I'm pretty sure that if Uruguay didn't get early lead, how the end of the match will be coming, they will be more and more nervous and anything can happen. It will be great match, anyway.
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Shumar4life
9 years ago
Full Member
Urugay has awesome team and I believe that they hve enough quality to make a surprise on this tournament, but it will depend lot of this kind of matches. Paragay has good team, they play very organized and they could cause lot of problems to Urugay. But I believe that Urugay here is favorite because they have a better team
Urugay has awesome team and I believe that they hve enough quality to make a surprise on this tournament, but it will depend lot of this kind of matches. Paragay has good team, they play very organized and they could cause lot of problems to Urugay. But I believe that Urugay here is favorite because they have a better team
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galata86 9 years ago Jr. Member
Paraguay squad is full of confidence afrer draw with Argentina.They are now sure that they can play against every team in the world.On the wings of that confidence,I can see them playing very good tonigh.Uruguay has good team,but they are not as good as they were few years ago.They are too old .My prediction is 0-1.
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rikimartin4444_115925
9 years ago
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This will be tight match. Both teams have similar quality and I expect lot of hard duels and fouls. Uruguay and Paraguay won their match against Jamaica 1-0 and I expect in this match under 2.5 goals. Uruguay need to win and to qualify for elimination stage. I think that they will not be able to do that. Paraguay played...
This will be tight match. Both teams have similar quality and I expect lot of hard duels and fouls. Uruguay and Paraguay won their match against Jamaica 1-0 and I expect in this match under 2.5 goals. Uruguay need to win and to qualify for elimination stage. I think that they will not be able to do that. Paraguay played very well vs Argentina and they can do it again. My prediction is 1-0 win for Paraguay.
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Alexa Alexa 9 years ago Super Hero
This could be fantastic match in my opinion.Uruguay has great individuals and it will be hard for Paraguay to stop attack of Uruguay.Uruguay is also very experienced team,they played a lot of tough matches in last few years si I considere them as a slight favourites here.My prediction is 2-1 for Uruguay.
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