This quarterfinal of the Copa America brings us the duel between two neighbors but from different confederations, Colombia and Panama, in what may be the most unequal pairing of this phase.
Colombia is coming off a 1-1 draw against Brazil and was undefeated in its group, extending its unbeaten streak to 26 matches.
Panama struggled but advanced thanks to a 3-1 win over Bolivia and the United States’ loss to Uruguay, making history in its second appearance in this tournament.
When and Where?
Saturday, July 6, 6:00 pm ET at the State Farm Stadium
Moneyline odds:
Colombia 1.34
Panamá 10.3
Draw Offs:
5.25
Where can I watch it?
fuboTV, FOX Sports, Univision, ViX, DSports, and TyC Sports
Why Bet on Colombia?
Colombia’s unbeaten streak has been incredible. It is already 26 matches without losing for the Tricolor in a historic streak, on the verge of equaling the 27 games they achieved in 1994, although still far from Italy’s 37.
But that is anecdotal, the point is that the Colombian National Team is playing excellent soccer. James Rodriguez is one of those players who performs better for his country than for his club. Despite his recent journeys in England, Qatar, Greece, and Brazil, when he puts on the yellow jersey, he becomes another player, who is the one who leads and commands this team. It is not for nothing that he has twice received the MVP of the match award in this Copa América.
Besides that, in all lines, there are outstanding players, even the surprise scorer has been the defender Daniel Muñoz, who already has two goals. Perhaps the only player from whom a little more is expected is Luis Diaz, who although he has had a good performance, it is known that he can give much more with his skills.
In the last game against Brazil, they came from behind. They managed to tie it, even though there is a controversy over a goal disallowed by the VAR that may have wrongly drawn the offside line. But that is now in the past: two wins and a draw gave them the first place and the easy rival because it is no secret that anyone would seek to avoid Uruguay and face Panama.
Coach Néstor Lorenzo will be missing defender Jhon Lucumí, who was injured in the first game, and midfielder Jefferson Lerma, who is suspended after receiving his second yellow card.
Why Bet on Panamá?
Panama made history by qualifying for the quarterfinals of the Copa América, eliminating the local team, the United States. Although the last game was the one that gave them the qualification, beating Bolivia 3-1, the turning point was the victory over the Americans in the previous match (2-1).
On that occasion, they were helped by Timothy Weah’s early sending-off, which allowed them to come from behind and take all three points. Jose Fajardo was the hero that night, scoring the second goal.
But the celebration is now in the past, and it is time to focus on the next game. The Panamanians know that the level of their opponents is superior, considering that most of their players play in Europe, unlike theirs, who are almost entirely in the American continent.
Despite this, they are hungry and eager to show everyone that the gap between CONMEBOL and CONCACAF is not as wide as everyone thinks. They need to be focused and not make mistakes and will look to take the match to penalties. They already made history by qualifying for the Russia 2018 World Cup, and now, they want to go further.
The good news for coach Thomas Christiansen is the return of Adalberto Carrasquilla, one of the team’s best players, who had been sent off against the United States.
Final Betting Analysis: Colombia vs. Panamá
The last time these two teams met was on June 3, 2019, in a friendly match that Colombia won 3-0.However, they only met twice in official matches, both in the 2005 Gold Cup and Panama won them.
The numbers at Gambyl Exchange have Colombia as the favorite. Their Moneyline shows 1.34, Panama has 10.3, and the draw is at 5.25.
It is possibly the most unequal duel of these Copa América quarterfinals, and although Panama has been improving, Colombia is at a great level and will defeat them to advance to the quarterfinals. We’ll go for a 3-0.
Go for a win for Colombia. If you bet $100 at 1.34, you will gain $34 for a total payout of $134.
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