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Switzerland VS Colombia Betting Tip

Switzerland logo
Switzerland
W W W D D
vs
13:00
07 Jul · Tue
Colombia logo
Colombia
W D W W W
Venue: BC Place Referee: I. Barton

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Total:Under: 2.5 Under 2.5 70% confidence
1.66odds

Both teams have showcased strong defensive records, with Colombia conceding just 0.20 goals per match and Switzerland averaging 0.80 goals conceded.

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Draw
3.11 odds
Total:Under: 3.0 80%
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Switzerland vs Colombia

Switzerland – Colombia Prediction

Switzerland and Colombia, both unbeaten in their last five, meet in a Round of 16 tie at a neutral venue. Both teams have shown impressive form in the tournament so far, with Switzerland boasting an undefeated streak in their last five matches, including a commanding 2:0 victory against Algeria. Meanwhile, Colombia has also been formidable, securing a tight 1:0 win over Ghana in their recent outing.

Tactical Battle in Midfield

With Switzerland averaging an impressive 2.00 goals per game, their attacking prowess will be a key focus. However, they will miss the services of L. Jaquez due to injury, which might slightly alter their midfield dynamics. On the other hand, Colombia has been defensively solid, conceding just 0.20 goals on average per match, indicating a potential tactical battle in the midfield. The Swiss will need to be creative in breaking down a Colombian defense that has been nearly impenetrable.

Key Players to Watch

For Switzerland, the focus will be on their attacking unit, which has been in fine form. With the likes of players who have contributed to their recent high-scoring games, the Swiss will be looking to continue their attacking momentum. Meanwhile, Colombia will rely on their disciplined defensive setup and quick transitions, which have seen them successfully counter-attack against teams like Uzbekistan in the group stages.

Prediction and Potential Outcome

Given the stakes of this knockout round, both teams are expected to approach the match with a mix of caution and aggression. Switzerland's ability to consistently find the back of the net could give them a slight edge, but Colombia's solid defense and recent form suggest they will be a tough nut to crack. A close contest is anticipated, with the prediction leaning towards a low-scoring affair. Fans might recall Switzerland's draw against Qatar, highlighting their resilience, while Colombia's impressive run can be explored further in their recent match against Ghana.

Match Probability Engine

Pre-match analysis
Switzerland
Home win
27%
Draw
No bet
31%
Colombia
Away win
42%
Switzerland — recent matches
03.07 Algeria 2 — 0 W
24.06 Canada 2 — 1 W
18.06 Bosnia & Herzegovina 4 — 1 W
13.06 Qatar 1 — 1 D
06.06 Australia 1 — 1 D
Colombia — recent matches
04.07 Ghana 1 — 0 W
27.06 Portugal 0 — 0 D
24.06 Congo DR 1 — 0 W
18.06 Uzbekistan 3 — 1 W
07.06 Jordan 2 — 0 W

Squad Availability

Switzerland

+L. Jaquez
+M. Aebischer

Colombia

+J. Córdoba

Key Players

Switzerland
Granit Xhaka CM Leverkusen · 130+ caps · 14 G · Captain
Manuel Akanji CB Man City · 70+ caps
Breel Embolo ST Monaco · 75+ caps · 14 G
Yann Sommer GK Inter · 90+ caps
Colombia
James Rodríguez AM Club León · 110+ caps · 30 G · Captain
Luis Díaz LW Liverpool · 50+ caps · 14 G
Jhon Durán ST Al-Nassr · 15+ caps
Daniel Muñoz RB Crystal Palace · 40+ caps

Injuries

Switzerland
None reported
Colombia
None reported
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