Brazil will face Uruguay in their next South American World Cup qualifier on Wednesday.
Brazil enters the match after drawing 1-1 with Venezuela in their last qualifier. Despite having 66% possession and 13 shots, with 3 on target, Brazil only managed a draw.
Raphinha scored for Brazil in the 43rd minute, while Venezuela responded with a goal from Telasco Segovia in the 46th minute. Brazil’s defense has been solid in recent matches, conceding just 3 goals in their last 6 games.
Uruguay, on the other hand, won 3-2 in their previous qualifier against Colombia. They had 45% possession and 10 shots on goal, 5 of which were on target.
Goals from Rodrigo Aguirre and Manuel Ugarte, along with an own goal by Colombia’s Davinson Sánchez, secured the win. However, Uruguay’s attack has been lackluster recently, with only 1 goal scored in their last 6 games.
Looking at their recent head-to-head record, Brazil has been dominant, winning 4 out of the last 6 meetings, while Uruguay has won just once. These encounters have produced an average of 2.5 goals per game, with Brazil scoring 11 of the 15 goals.
Based on Brazil’s stronger recent form and Uruguay’s struggles in front of goal, Brazil is expected to come out on top with a 2-0 victory. The match is likely to see at least two goals, with experts predicting over 1.5 goals in total.
