Colombia vs Costa Rica Prediction: Can Colombia win and go through the next stage?

In the upcoming fixture of Copa America, Colombia will face Costa Rica at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The home side head here after a win (2-1) against Paraguai. The visitors arrive here after a draw (0-0), against Brazil.

Betting tips and odds are provided below.

The Colombia team comes into this game after a 2-1 victory against Paraguay. The Colombian team would largely dominate the 1st half. The team dominated possession of the ball and created the best opportunities of the match. The Paraguayan team was exploring its strategy, well organized defensively, and looking to explore transitions. But the Colombian team would actually be the first to take the lead, at 32' through Munoz. Shortly afterwards, at 42' the team would extend the lead to 2-0. The 2nd half would be more divided, with the Paraguayan team having more possession of the ball and taking over the game a little more. Despite fewer opportunities, the Paraguayan team had better opportunities, one of which they reduced to 2-1 in the 69th minute. Despite the opportunities created by both teams, the Colombian team managed to hold on to the result and take the 3 points. With this result, the Colombia team is in 1st place in the table, with 3 points. The Colombian team is in excellent form, having won all its last 5 games.

The Costa Rica team comes into this game after a surprising 0-0 draw against Brazil. It would be a one-way game, with the Brazilian team having full control of the match at all times. The best the Costa Rica team would be able to do was a shot at the Brazilian goal. Even so, as a result of Costa Rica's good defensive organization and Brazil's lack of effectiveness, the result ended in a goalless draw. With this result, the Costa Rica team is in 3rd place in the table, with 1 point. The team needs to score to avoid the risk of being eliminated in this round.

In the last 5 games between these 2 teams, Colombia has won 4, and Costa Rica has won 1. Goals were scored in all of those matches, but with both teams scoring just in the last 2 of those games.

Colombia are favorites due to their momentum. Yet, as shown in the last match, Costa Rica are a really tough opponent to beat.