Barbados vs Nicaragua Prediction: Away team to win in the second half of the game

On November 18, 2023, the national football teams of Barbados and Nicaragua will play against each other in the CONCACAF Nations League. Both sides can use this match to evaluate their performance and prepare for the next international tournament. Let us check out the outcomes.

Barbados

FIFA Ranking: 174th

Last five matches: WLLLL

The Barbados national team has experienced a flux of results recently. They've encountered challenges maintaining consistency, securing only one victory out of five matches and suffering four losses. As a result, they currently hold the fourth position in the Concacaf Nations League, Group B table. Their offensive performance at home has been notably weak, with an average of 0.67 goals per game, highlighting a significant area for improvement. Also, their defensive line has struggled, conceding a total of 18 goals in their last five matches. The team's recent game against the Dominican Republic ended in a five-nil defeat for the Barbados international team. To win against the Nicaraguans, they must fortify their defensive walls. All players are set to line up against Nicaragua in the upcoming match.

Nicaragua

FIFA Ranking: 133rd

Last five matches: WWWWL

The team currently leads CONCACAF Nations Group B, sitting at the top with 12 points, surpassing the home team. The Nicaragua national team has clinched four victories in their last five matches but faced a defeat against Paraguay, losing by a score of two goals to none. The Nicaragua national team showcases a potent and swift offense, netting an impressive 13 goals in their last five matches, notably more than the Barbados national team, which has scored five goals in their recent five matches. However, their manager, Marco Antonio Figueroa, has displayed tactical prowess by integrating younger players, infusing pace into their gameplay, and aiming for scoring opportunities at any moment. Players like Harold Medina, Junior Arteaga, and Widman Talavera have been instrumental in this strategy.

H2H

Both teams have met twice consecutively, with Nicaragua winning both encounters. They secured a victory of five goals to none in their first game and one goal to none in their most recent match.

Expert Betting Tips

Clearly, Barbados, the home team, has a slim chance of overcoming Nicaragua, even with their home advantage. Nicaragua seems well-prepared to claim another victory against Barbados. Their offense and defense appear much stronger than the home team, courtesy of manager Marco Antonio Figueroa's strategic decisions to incorporate young talents in previous matches against different opponents. Inclusively, their head-to-head in recent games is also a factor to consider when going all out for the Nicaragua national team. However, we shouldn't dismiss the potential for the home team to score and rally their fans. Overall, our prediction leans towards Nicaragua securing victory in the second half of the game.