World Cup Qualifiers, Wednesday, 11.09.2024 at 00:00
Luis Suarez has now ridden off into the sunset and the Copa America could not be won in the summer as hoped. As a result, “La Celeste” now have to look ahead, specifically to the 2026 World Cup.
A tough struggle awaits us on Wednesday. The hosts will probably still be exhausted from their breezy trip to the Andes at an altitude of almost 4,000 meters.
In my Venezuela Uruguay betting tip, I expect a tired 1:0 or 2:0 for the two-time world champions
Venezuela, the “Vinotinto”, could be satisfied with themselves and their own performance despite their elimination in the quarter-finals of the Copa America 2024, when they lost to Canada on penalties.
Their performance in the group stage was strong, with three wins in a row against Ecuador, Mexico and Jamaica, which automatically earned them top spot in the group.
These successes have instilled plenty of confidence in the team, which was unfortunately almost completely shattered on Thursday with a heavy 4-0 defeat against Bolivia.
That defeat also extended Venezuela’s winless run on the road in World Cup qualifying to 13 games. They will therefore be delighted to be back in familiar surroundings
“La Vinotinto” have picked up seven points from three home games in the current qualifying round and have not conceded any goals in the process.
Their strong performances at home against Paraguay, Chile and Ecuador show that they are particularly dangerous on home soil.
These solid home performances could be a major advantage for them, especially after the recent defeat that tested their form.
However, I expect the players will still be suffering the physical effects of having gone the full distance at over 4,000 meters a few days ago.
On the other hand, Uruguay, known as “La Celeste”, finished the Copa America 2024 on the winners’ podium!
Luis Suárez’s last international match, meanwhile, ended in a goalless draw against Paraguay a few days ago, which also marked Uruguay’s fourth game without conceding a goal in World Cup qualifying.
Although Suárez will no longer play for the team, URU are currently second in the standings and will be determined to extend their unbeaten run in qualifying to six games (3 wins, 2 draws) on Wednesday.
If you’re thinking about how best to place your bets, I have some interesting facts for you that are definitely worth taking a look at.
For example, the data for this match shows that Uruguay have never lost to Venezuela after taking a 1-0 lead (18 wins, 4 draws).
This makes the bet on “Uruguay to score 1:0 and win” particularly tempting. The odds of 2.70 offer a good risk/reward ratio here
On the other hand, Uruguay have failed to score in three of their last five matches in regular time.
Therefore, a bet on “Under 2.5 goals” could be a solid option, especially considering that the two-time world champions have often struggled with close results in recent games.
The bookmaker odds of around 1.53 reflect that this scenario is also considered relatively likely on the markets.
Before you place your bet, you should keep an eye on the current absences and suspensions. Venezuela will be without Jhon Chancellor and Yangel Herrera, who were ruled out before the defeat to Bolivia.
Toulouse midfielder Cristian Casseres will also be missing, serving a one-match ban for his yellow cards.
But there are also rays of hope: Darwin Machis and Yeferson Soteldo are back in contention and could provide a breath of fresh air after only coming on as substitutes in the last game.
It’s not looking rosy for Uruguay either. After Luis Suárez’s retirement, the team lacks his attacking strength. In addition, Federico Valverde and Nahitan Nandez are suspended due to yellow cards.
Meanwhile, Ronald Araujo, José María Giménez and several other players are still suspended for the wild altercations after the Copa America semi-final.
For Luis Suarez, who, as mentioned above, has retired, it’s time to sit back and enjoy heaps of sports betting bonuses after the end of his active career as a professional player with Inter Miami.
In short: “Victory Uruguay & Under 3.5 goals.
Why. Venezuela will still be scarred by the exhaustion of their match against Bolivia at over 4,000 meters above sea level.
Uruguay, meanwhile, are seen by experts as the stronger team and should be able to prevail in the end. However, I don’t expect a goal spectacle.
The two-time world champions have often achieved close results in their last matches and have also failed to score in three of their last five games in regular time.
It will therefore be a tough battle, but with a better outcome for the visiting team!
My tip: Win Uruguay & Under 3.5 goals
