The highly anticipated clash between the USA and Bolivia in the Copa America 2024 is set to take place at AT&T Stadium.
This article provides an in-depth analysis, including predictions, team news, and potential lineups.
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USA's Form and Expectations
The USA, ranked 11th by FIFA, enters the tournament with high expectations. This is their first participation since 2016, where they finished fourth.
Historically, no non-South American team has won the Copa America, and the USA is seen as a potential contender to break this streak.
They have only lost one match against a CONMEBOL opponent since September 2019, a 3-0 defeat to Colombia.
Under Gregg Berhalter, the team's performance has been mixed. Notably, they managed a 1-1 draw with Brazil recently, providing a confidence boost after a 5-1 loss to Colombia. Their last winning start in this competition was in 1995.
Bolivia's Struggles
Bolivia, the lowest-seeded team in CONMEBOL, has had a tough run, losing their last three matches with a combined score of 7-1.
Managed by Antonio Carlos Zago, they have lost five of their last seven matches. Collecting even a single point in this tournament would be a significant achievement for Bolivia, given their current form and the challenges they face.
Bolivia has a history of struggling in the Copa America, with 11 consecutive group-stage losses since 2015.
Their last victory against a CONCACAF opponent was a 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago in 2022.
Team News
USA
Sergino Dest is out due to a knee injury. Kristoffer Lund is the least experienced player with three caps. Tim Ream is the oldest selected player at 36 years.
Christian Pulisic leads with 68 caps and is close to matching Brian McBride's goal record. Josh Sargent returns with 16 goals in 28 appearances for Norwich City.
Bolivia
Jairo Quinteros is out with a ruptured Achilles tendon. Moises Paniagua is ineligible due to visa issues. Rodrigo Ramallo is the top scorer in the squad with seven goals.
Uncapped players include Adalid Terrazas and Gustavo Almada.
Predicted Lineups
USA
Turner; Scally, Richards, Carter-Vickers, A. Robinson; Adams, MUSAh, McKennie; Weah, Pepi, Pulisic
Bolivia
Lampe; Medina, Haquin, Jusino, Jo. Sagredo; Saucedo; Terceros, Villamil, Vaca, Fernandez; Ramallo
Prediction
Given the current form and squad strengths, the USA is favoured to win this match.
Bolivia's defensive weaknesses and lack of cohesion are likely to be exploited by the hosts.
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