Brazil vs Uruguay Prediction & Tips
Brazil lost their unbeaten record in the Qatar 2022 Qualifiers when they drew 0-0 with Colombia on Sunday, but are still on track to become the first team to finish a qualifying tie undefeated (W9, E1). On this occasion, they will face Uruguay in a new edition of the “Río Negro Classic”, in which it will be the first official match between the two in Brazil since 2016.
This is a match that Brazil has enjoyed in the last half, since the ‘Seleção’ is undefeated in the last 11 games against Uruguay regardless of where the match is played (G6, E5 – only 90 minutes) and, moreover, always there is an extra ingredient in this clash – Brazil seeks to scare away the ghosts of the “Maracanazo”, when Uruguay produced a big surprise to beat Brazil and win the 1950 World Cup at the Maracana Stadium.
Since that match the intense rivalry between these two teams grew, but another similar result would seem unlikely after Uruguay (G4, E4, P3) lost 3-0 to Argentina this Sunday – falling to fourth place in the standings and feeling pressure from teams like Colombia and Paraguay. Having scored only once in his last three games (W1, E1, P1), his poor performance in front of the rival gate has been something that surprises.
That’s the opposite of what is needed for ‘La Celeste’ to achieve a first victory in Brazil since 1992 – and a first official victory in that country since that memorable encounter in 1950. Having won only two of their last 13 away matches. away from home in the Playoffs (E5, P6), his performance as a visitor does not give much confidence. In addition, veteran coach Óscar Tabárez is looking for a first victory against Brazil (E1, P8).
Players to watch: Éverton Ribeiro scored first in two of Brazil’s last four games, while Gastón Pereiro (Uruguay) came off the bench to score against Ecuador (September 10) – his three goals this 2021 at both club and club level. selection were recorded from min. 80 onwards.
Highlight: There has been an average of 3.4 goals per game in the last five (full) internationals at this venue.
Brazil – Uruguay FREE TIPS
Brazil – Win @ 1.45
Both teams to score / YES @ 1.80
Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.90
