Uruguay vs Brazil Showdown in Copa America Quarter-Finals
Match Overview
This weekend, all eyes will be on Allegiant Stadium as Uruguay faces Brazil in the Copa America quarter-finals. Uruguay’s journey to the last eight was smooth, winning all three group stage matches against Panama, Bolivia, and the USMNT while conceding just once. Marcelo Bielsa’s side has looked formidable and will aim to replicate their group stage performances against Brazil.
Brazil’s Mixed Form
Brazil entered Copa America as favorites alongside Uruguay and Argentina but has yet to fully hit their stride. They advanced from Group D alongside Colombia after a 1-1 draw. However, the Selecao is known for stepping up in crucial moments, and Saturday night might see them at their best.
Match Details
- Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Date: Saturday, July 6
- Kick-off Time: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT / 2 a.m. BST (June 29)
Head-to-Head Record
- Uruguay: 1 win
- Brazil: 4 wins
- Draws: 0
- Last Meeting: Uruguay 2-0 Brazil (October 17, 2023) – CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers
Current Form (All Competitions)
- Uruguay:
- USA 0-1 Uruguay
- Uruguay 5-0 Bolivia
- Uruguay 3-1 Panama
- Mexico 0-4 Uruguay
- Costa Rica 0-0 Uruguay
- Brazil:
- Brazil 1-1 Colombia
- Paraguay 1-4 Brazil
- Brazil 0-0 Costa Rica
- USA 1-1 Brazil
- Mexico 2-3 Brazil
Team News
Uruguay
- Out: Maximiliano Araújo (Injury)
- Possible Replacement: Cristian Olivera
Predicted Lineup (4-3-3): Rochet; Nandez, Araujo, Olivera, Vina; Ugarte, de la Cruz, Valverde; Pellistri, Nunez, Olivera.
Brazil
- Out: Vinicius Junior (Suspension)
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Danilo, Militao, Marquinhos, Wendell; Guimaraes, Gomes; Raphinha, Paqueta, Savio; Rodrygo.
Match Prediction
On paper, Brazil has the edge in individual talent even without Vinicius Jr. However, Uruguay’s cohesive team performance under Bielsa might prove decisive. Expect a close contest, with Uruguay potentially edging out Brazil to advance to the semi-finals.
Prediction: Uruguay 2-1 Brazil
