Uruguay vs Paraguay prediction and betting tips on September 7, 2024
Game Prediction
In the 7th round of the World Cup qualifiers in South America, on September 7, 2024, a match will be held between the national teams of Uruguay and Paraguay. Marcelo Bielsa will demand nothing less than victory from his team at home.
Uruguay vs Paraguay: Key Statistics and Trends
- Uruguay has lost only one match out of their last seven.
- Paraguay has won only once in their last eight matches.
- Uruguay wins the first half in 47% of their matches, while Paraguay wins in 9% of theirs.
- Uruguay scores 46% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
Our Prediction for the Uruguay vs Paraguay Match
"Los Charrúas" had a long period under the management of Tabárez, but problems arose in the last cycle, leading to his dismissal. Despite reaching the World Cup, Luis Suárez and the team failed to make an impact. Paraguay, however, has not participated at such a level since 2010.
Ahead of the new qualifying cycle, Marcelo Bielsa took charge in Montevideo. While his initial period was challenging, his team finished the autumn segment with thirteen points and four victories, including one in Argentina. Paraguay only managed to win against Bolivia at home (1-0, which was their only goal during this stretch) and accumulated five points.
In the Copa América, Paraguay's performance was notably poor. They lost all three of their matches, not just to Brazil but also to Colombia and Costa Rica. Ironically, their new manager, Gustavo Alfaro, who had previously worked with the Costa Rican team, was appointed at the end of the summer. Meanwhile, Luis Suárez and his team ended up securing "bronze" in the Copa América, with Suárez equalizing in the 92nd minute of the "consolation final" before Rochet won the penalty shootout. However, it's important to note that Uruguay is currently dealing with suspensions due to incidents with fans after their semi-final match against Colombia. Missing from the squad are Núñez, Betancur, Giménez, Olivera, and Ronald Araújo.
Uruguay vs Paraguay: Possible Starting Line-ups
Uruguay (possible lineup): Rochet - Viña, Cáceres, Olaza, Nández - De Arrascaeta, Ugarte, Valverde - M. Araújo, Pellistri, Suárez
Paraguay (possible lineup): Morínigo - Jiménez, Alderete, Balbuena, Velázquez - Bobadilla, Villasanti, Enciso, Almirón, Sosa - Bareiro
Head to Head Matches: Uruguay vs Paraguay
"Los Charrúas" have not lost in their last ten encounters and have won their last two matches with a score of 1-0.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Uruguay vs Paraguay
Even considering the squad issues, it is hard to believe they will prevent the hosts from winning. We recommend betting on Uruguay for another victory in this head-to-head match (odds – 1.61).