Top Football Prediction: Argentina vs Colombia – Copa America 2024 Final
On Monday morning, July 15, 2024, Thailand time, we will finally know which nation will lift the Copa America 2024 title between Argentina and Colombia. Before watching the live match and enjoying the action at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, United States, V9Bet takes you through the latest team news for “La Albiceleste” and “Los Cafeteros”, analyzes which side has the stronger chance to claim the crown, and highlights the most interesting betting odds for this highly anticipated final.
Argentina or Colombia – which nation will win the Copa America 2024 title?
Match Overview: The Battle for South American Glory Reaches the Final Stage
Lionel Messi will lead Argentina into the Copa America final as the defending champions, aiming to create history by moving ahead of Uruguay as the nation with the most titles in the competition’s history. On paper, “La Albiceleste” look stronger and possess a squad packed with players hungry for another major trophy. However, Colombia are far from an easy opponent. Since losing to Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on February 2, 2022, “Los Cafeteros” have gone unbeaten in 28 consecutive matches. This final promises five-star entertainment and is simply a must-watch showdown.
Read more >> The Venue for the Copa America 2024 Final: Hard Rock Stadium
Argentina Team News and Last 5 Match Statistics
Lionel Scaloni, the head coach of “La Albiceleste”, has transformed Argentina back into a winning machine since taking charge in 2018. He guided the team to the Copa America 2021 title and the 2022 FIFA World Cup trophy. Their performance in Copa America 2024 has also remained outstanding, with Argentina winning all five matches on their road to the final at Hard Rock Stadium. Although they survived a scare in the quarter-final when Ecuador equalized in stoppage time and forced a penalty shootout, Emiliano Martinez once again proved reliable by making two crucial saves in front of the V9Bet football betting team, helping Lionel Messi and Argentina overcome another dangerous hurdle.
Last 5 Matches:
- 10/07/24: Won vs Canada 2-0 (Neutral)
- 05/07/24: Drew vs Ecuador 1-1 (Neutral) (Penalty shootout: Argentina 4-2 Ecuador)
- 30/06/24: Won vs Peru 2-0 (Neutral)
- 26/06/24: Won vs Chile 1-0 (Neutral)
- 21/06/24: Won vs Canada 2-0 (Neutral)
Colombia Team News and Last 5 Match Statistics
Nestor Lorenzo, the Argentine head coach of “Los Cafeteros”, took over from Reinaldo Rueda in 2022 with the goal of rebuilding Colombia after their failure to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Since then, Colombia have exceeded expectations. They are now unbeaten in 28 consecutive matches, and under Lorenzo they have recorded 19 wins and 6 draws. Colombia have reached the Copa America 2024 final with 4 wins and 1 draw, with their latest performance showing excellent defensive discipline in a 1-0 victory over Uruguay thanks to Jefferson Lerma’s winning goal, despite Daniel Munoz being sent off in first-half stoppage time.
Last 5 Matches:
- 11/07/24: Won vs Uruguay 1-0 (Neutral)
- 07/07/24: Won vs Panama 5-0 (Neutral)
- 03/07/24: Drew vs Brazil 1-1 (Neutral)
- 29/06/24: Won vs Costa Rica 3-0 (Neutral)
- 25/06/24: Won vs Paraguay 2-1 (Neutral)
Expected Starting XI and Key Players from Both Teams
Lionel Messi: Argentina’s superstar, possibly closing another chapter with the national team
Lionel Scaloni has a fully fit Argentina squad with no major concerns. Online football bettors are expected to see the same lineup that defeated Canada 2-0. That means Lautaro Martinez, who has already scored 4 goals in the tournament, may begin on the bench, allowing Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez to start up front. Angel Di Maria is also expected to play his final match for Argentina before retiring from international football and focusing on the final stage of his club career.
Expected Lineup
- Argentina (4-3-3): Emiliano Martinez; Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico; Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, Rodrigo De Paul; Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, Angel Di Maria
James Rodriguez: A consistent standout performer whenever he plays for Colombia
Nestor Lorenzo will be without attacking right-back Daniel Munoz, who scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist in this Copa America, after he was sent off in the 1-0 win over Uruguay. His suspension rules him out of the final. Santiago Arias of Bahia is expected to replace him in defense. In midfield, Richard Rios, who picked up an injury in the previous match, must undergo a late fitness test. If he is not available, Mateus Uribe is likely to step in and control the tempo in midfield.
Expected Lineup
Colombia (4-2-3-1): Camilo Vargas; Santiago Arias, Carlos Cuesta, Davinson Sanchez, Johan Mojica; Mateus Uribe, Jefferson Lerma; Jhon Arias, James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz; Jhon Cordoba
Interesting Betting Odds for the Copa America 2024 Final
Great odds and a wide range of betting markets are available at V9Bet
BTi has opened the handicap market for the Copa America 2024 final with Argentina giving a quarter-ball handicap.
That means Argentina -0/0.5, which looks very attractive considering their reputation and overall squad quality. The odds for Argentina are also strong at 0.90, while backing Colombia offers odds of 0.96. In the 1X2 market, Argentina to win is priced at 2.19, the draw at 2.99, and Colombia to win at 3.42. For the Over/Under market, the total goals line is set at 2 goals, with both prices looking fairly balanced: Over at 0.93 and Under at 0.91.
Match Analysis, Betting View and Score Prediction
Argentina are highly motivated to win this title. It would be the perfect farewell trophy for Angel Di Maria and perhaps another historic chapter for Lionel Messi, whose future with the national team remains undecided. However, Colombia will not be easy to beat. This is a team unbeaten in 28 consecutive matches, with a solid defensive structure and dangerous quick attacks. The final is expected to be extremely tight and competitive. Still, with the handicap line opening at only a quarter ball, we believe “La Albiceleste” have the extra sharpness needed to edge out a narrow victory.
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Conclusion
In just a few hours, football fans around the world will find out who will be crowned Copa America 2024 champions. Will Argentina claim a record-breaking 16th title, or will Colombia lift their first Copa America trophy in 23 years? Be part of this unforgettable match by signing up with V9Bet football betting website and enjoying lifetime access to free live football streaming, along with many other benefits that make online sports betting more rewarding and convenient.
