Colombia U20 vs France U20 Prediction
🔊 Who will claim the bronze medal at the Youth World Cup? Colombia and France are set to clash in the third-place match of the U-20 World Cup. Both teams boast well-structured systems that create plenty of opportunities. The Colombians thrive on counter-attacks, while the French prefer to dominate possession. This could lead to goals.
Head-to-Head
📊 These teams have not faced each other before.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Colombia U20 Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the U-20 World Cup, with Argentina as the hosts and Colombia as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Colombia vs Argentina):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 5.
At this point, the Colombians find themselves in a somewhat deflated state. They suffered a 1-0 defeat in the semifinal against Argentina. Conceding the first goal completely disrupted their game plan. Colombia intended to play on the counterattack, but their opponent forced them to maintain more possession. In this style, they struggled to create opportunities, registering an xG of just 0.46 despite a late surge. However, against France, they should be able to break away on counterattacks. Their attacking line thrives when there are open spaces, and those should be available now.
Match Results: Colombia U20
France U20 Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on during the FIFA U-20 World Cup, with Morocco hosting France. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the game statistics (France vs Morocco):
- possession percentage: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 1 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 8 vs 1.
Regarding the French team, they faced fierce resistance from Morocco, which led to extra time (1-1). Unfortunately, they were unlucky in the penalty shootout. Nevertheless, France are skilled enough to regain possession (they had 55% possession) and consistently create chances. For instance, in that same semifinal, they managed seven shots on target. However, they struggled with Morocco's counterattacks. Their inability to quickly thwart the opponent's fast breaks is a concern and could be an issue against Colombia as well. On the bright side, this matchup might offer them more opportunities in attack.
Match Results: France U20
Outcome Prediction
Statistics: Colombia vs France
- Matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
- Wins: 3 vs 4;
- Win percentage: 50% vs 67%;
- Losses: 1 vs 2;
- Draws: 2 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 7;
- Losses: 3 vs 3;
- Draws: 2 vs 0.
Total Goals Prediction
Statistics: Colombia vs France
- Average total in the tournament: 2.17 vs 3;
- Average goals scored: 1.33 vs 2;
- Average total in the first half: 0.33 vs 0.67;
- Average total in the second half: 1 vs 1.33;
- Colombia U20: average home total in the tournament - 0;
- France U20: average away total in the tournament - 0;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.4) vs 2.1 (away - 2).
- Total over 1.5 goals has occurred in 17 of France's last 18 matches.
- Total over 1.5 goals has occurred in 16 of France's last 17 U20 World Cup matches.
Corners Prediction
Colombia: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 3.83; at home - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.8; at home - 5.
France: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 6.33, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; away - 6.
- Colombia have taken over 3.5 corners in 9 of their last 10 U20 World Cup matches.
Cards Prediction
Colombia: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2; at home - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.2; at home - 2.6.
France: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.17, away - 0;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.5; away - 1.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Statistics: Colombia vs France
- Matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
- Matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 3;
- BTTS for Colombia U20 at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS for France U20 away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
- BTTS for Colombia U20 at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS for France U20 away - 3 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In this consolation match, it's clear that the coaching staffs might shuffle their lineups a bit. Rotation is expected. However, both sides will display immense determination. After all, even a bronze medal is a commendable addition to a young player's resume. Moreover, in the final, both opponents would have likely played very defensively, looking to create chances on the counterattack. Here, they can adopt a more open approach. This is particularly true for the French, who are still smarting from their recent penalty shootout defeat. It's challenging to establish a perfect defense during the tournament. Tactical lapses have been, are, and will be present. Therefore, our editorial team suggests betting on over 2.5 goals.
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Betting Tips: Colombia U20 - France U20
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