Saturday marks an intriguing clash in international football as Costa Rica faces off against Uruguay in an international friendly.
Both teams will be eager to showcase their strengths and secure a win in this anticipated friendly match.
Match Preview
Costa Rica enters this match looking to bounce back from their recent 3-1 defeat to Argentina.
Meanwhile, Uruguay is also coming off a loss, having been defeated by Ivory Coast. Both sides are keen to return to winning ways.
Costa Rica’s last match ended in a 3-1 loss against Argentina, with Manfred Ugalde scoring the sole goal for Costa Rica.
In recent games, Costa Rica has seen a lot of goalmouth action, averaging 4.5 goals per game across their last six matches. They have scored 13 goals in these encounters.
- Costa Rica: WLWLWL
Uruguay’s most recent game resulted in a 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast, with Federico Viñas scoring for Uruguay and Mathías Olivera unfortunately netting an own goal.
Over their last six matches, Uruguay has been consistent in finding the net, scoring 11 goals and conceding 6.
- Uruguay: LDWWWL
Head-to-Head:
In the previous last 5 meetings, Uruguay has won only once, the last match ended in 2-1 victory for Uruguay. Costa Rica has won twice and the other matches ended in a stalemate.
Historically Uruguay has 7 wins while Costa Rica has 2 wins with overall 3 draws between the teams.
Team News & Updates:
Costa Rica manager has a fit squad with no major injury concerns. The team will likely feature key players such as Manfred Ugalde, who scored in their last match against Argentina.
Uruguay’s coach also has most of his squad available, with only a few injury concerns. The team will look to Federico Viñas and other key players to make an impact in this match.
Prediction & Analysis:
Considering recent form and statistics, Costa Rica may find it challenging to breach Uruguay’s defense.
Uruguay’s consistent goal-scoring form gives them a slight edge.
We anticipate a close contest, with Uruguay likely to secure a narrow 1-0 victory.
- Costa Rica 0-1 Uruguay
