Colombia v Jamaica betting preview & tips – FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

Colombia v Jamaica best bets

Colombia v Jamaica Women’s World Cup preview

In the upcoming Round of 16 match at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Colombia and Jamaica will battle it out in a bid to continue their impressive runs.

Colombia, ranked 25th in the world, managed to defeat Germany on their way to topping Group H, edging out Morocco based on goal differential. Meanwhile, Jamaica, ranked 43rd, secured the second spot in Group F, just behind France.

According to the latest odds with the best soccer bookmakers, Colombia is favoured to win at $2.05 while Jamaica is considered the underdog at $4. A draw after 90 minutes is priced at $3.10.

Colombia boasts a dynamic team with a blend of young talents and experienced players. They scored four goals and conceded two in the group stage, with Linda Caicedo netting two and veteran Catalina Usme adding another. Their exciting brand of football could pose a challenge for the Jamaican defence.

On the other hand, Jamaica’s defence has been exceptional throughout the tournament, keeping top-ranked teams like Brazil and France from scoring. Captain Khadija Shaw, who plays for Manchester City, is a key player with an impressive record of 56 international goals in just 56 matches. Supporting her is 21-year-old Jody Brown, who has 13 goals in 29 appearances for Jamaica.

With both teams showcasing their strengths, the match promises to be an intriguing battle. Colombia’s attacking prowess will be put to the test against Jamaica’s solid defence. The winner will advance to the quarterfinals and potentially face either England or Nigeria. Football fans can expect an exciting and closely contested match between these two talented teams.

Colombia v Jamaica betting strategy

Colombia finds themselves in the round of 16 for the second time in their history, looking to improve on their previous World Cup performance in 2015 when they couldn’t advance beyond this stage. This time around, they have started strongly and appear to be formidable contenders in the tournament held in Australia and New Zealand.

Their impressive journey began with a convincing 2-0 victory over South Korea in the opening match. Colombia then shocked the football world with a remarkable 2-1 win against powerhouse Germany, solidifying their credentials as a serious threat. Despite a 1-0 loss to Morocco in their last group game, they managed to top Group H with six points.

Adding more excitement to the round of 16 clash, Colombia and Jamaica have a history of facing each other twice in the past, with each side securing a victory.

Despite the even state of affairs, look for Colombia, led by the in-form Linda Caicedo, to get the better of the Jamaican’s on a cold winter’s night in Melbourne, where goals look like they will be at a premium.

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