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Preview

  • Tournament: Copa America
  • Date: Wednesday, July 3
  • Kick-off Time: 02:00 am GMT
  • Venue: Levi’s Stadium, United States

Brazil national football team will face Colombia national football team in their final group game of Copa America at Levi’s Stadium in the United States. This will be the 37th time both sides meet each other on the international stage.

Brazil will aim for a positive outcome on Wednesday against a side that has already confirmed their spot in the quarter-finals. They have been drawn alongside Colombia, Paraguay and Costa Rica. Dorival Junior is the current head coach of the Brazil national team. The game is likely to be in favour of Brazil as they boast a brilliant winning record against Colombia.

Meanwhile, the Colombia national football team has secured their position in the knockout rounds. After their latest win over Costa Rica, Colombia have won ten matches in a row and have continued their unbeaten streak to 25 games.

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Brazil vs Colombia Team News

Brazil Squad
Brazil Squad (Getty Images)

Brazil national football team news

Brazil will name the same starting XI that featured in their last game against Paraguay. Vinicius Junior who scored a brace against Paraguay will be leading the attack on Tuesday night.

Colombia national football team news

Colombia will be without Jhon Lucumi who was replaced by Yerry Mina in their last encounter against Paraguay. James Rodriguez became the first player in the tournament’s history to bag two assists in a single group-stage game. 35-year-old Camilo Vargas will remain in between the sticks for Nestor Lorenzo’s side. No major injury concerns or suspensions to deal with for the Colombia camp

Colombia Squad
Colombia Squad (Getty Images)

Predicted Lineups

Brazil national football team Predicted lineup:

Alisson; Danilo, Militao, Marquinhos, Arana; Guimaraes, Luiz; Raphinha, Paqueta, Rodrygo; Vinicius Junior

Colombia national football team Predicted lineup:

Vargas; Munoz, Sanchez, Mina, Mojica; Rios, Lerma, Arias, Rodriguez, Duran, Diaz

Head-to-Head

The two sides have faced off 36 times in the past, with the Brazil national football team securing 21 easy wins and losing four games. The remaining 11 matches ended in a draw between both sides.

Last one result:

Colombia 2-1 Brazil – FIFA World Cup – November 16, 2023
Brazil 1-0 Colombia – FIFA World Cup – November 11, 2021
Colombia 0-0 Brazil – FIFA World Cup – October 10, 2021
Brazil 2-1 Colombia – Copa America – June 23, 2021
Brazil 2-2 Colombia – International Friendly – September 6, 2019

Key Players to Watch out for

James Rodriguez

James Rodriguez
James Rodriguez (Getty Images)

The former Real Madrid star became the first South American player to assist twice in a Copa America group-stage match. Rodriguez is currently leading the competition with three assists to his name. The Colombian midfielder evoked memories of his stellar performance in the 2014 World Cup after securing a 3-0 win over Costa Rica in the last game.

Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Junior
Vinicius Junior (Getty Images)

The Brazilian superstar is one of the experienced and influential members of the Selecao squad. The Real Madrid star was electric as he led his nation to a 4-1 win over Paraguay with a brace to his name. Vinicius Junior who is seen as one of the best players in the world has recently won the Champions League and La Liga.

Brazil vs Colombia Prediction

Brazil national football team have been labeled as one of the favorites to win the Copa America this summer. They dominated Paraguay with a 4-1 victory in their second game of the tournament. A win or draw against Colombia on Wednesday would confirm their spot in the quarter-finals. The Selecao have a great history against Colombia, so it would be an easy match-up for Dorival Junior’s side.

Colombia national football team, meanwhile, will find it difficult to get past Brazil given the history between both sides. But they secured their spot in the quarterfinals with their 3-0 win over Costa Rica in their last game of the tournament. Los Cafeteros will be aiming to make a statement in their final game of the Group stage.

Predicted Score: Brazil 2-1 Colombia 

Where to Watch Brazil vs Colombia Live?

QWhere to watch Brazil vs Colombia live in India?

The Brazil vs Colombia game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.

Q. Where to watch Brazil vs Colombia live game in UK?

The game between Brazil and Colombia will be live on Channel 4 in UK.

Q. Where to watch Brazil vs Colombia in USA?

The match between Brazil and Colombia will be available on FOX Sports.

Q. Where to watch Brazil vs Colombia game in Brazil?

The Brazil vs Colombia will be live across TV Globo, and SporTV for Brazil fans.

Q. Where to watch Brazil vs Colombia live in Colombia?

The Brazil vs Colombia game will be available across Caracol TV for Colombia fans.

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