Copa America Centenario Odds Previews
Copa America Centenario Odds, Argentina are clear favorites. But, there’s not much value at 2/1. Copa America Centenario starting on June 3rd. celebrating 100th anniversary of Copa America.
Copa America Centenario have 10 South American teams and six CONCACAF countries. Having a round 16 teams in four groups should eliminate a scourge of both Copa America and the Gold Cup. Watch live match here
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Argentina [2/1] The Germans of the Western Hemisphere. Argentina nearly won the 2014 World Cup. They have the best and deepest squad in this tournament. That squad battle tested. The Argentine back line is credible. They have balance between fortitude and flair in midfield. Up front: Lionel Messi (world’s best), Sergio Aguero (EPL’s best), and Gonzalo Higuain (just set the Serie A scoring record). No team is more capable or more prepared to win this tournament.
Brazil [9/2] Neymar won’t play, so he can appear during the Summer Olympics. David Luiz (PSG), Thiago Silva (PSG), and Marcelo (Real Madrid) were left out. Only five players in the tournament squad have more than 30 caps. Of course, it’s still Brazil. That unproven crew includes established, top-level players like Marquinhos and Philipp Coutinho. There may not be a match-winner in this squad. Brazil may not need one until the final.
USA [8/1] Hard to explain these odds, given form and a tough group. Home-field advantage? Didn’t help in the Gold Cup. Klinsmann’s penchant for having the screws tight come tournament time?
Chile [8/1] The Chileans are coming off a reputable World Cup effort and lifting the trophy at last summer’s Copa America. But, well regarded coach Jorge Sampaoli left in January.
Uruguay [9/1] The latter is back from a biting suspension, which caused him to miss last summer’s Copa America. Uruguay, at present, top the table in South American World Cup qualifying.
Colombia [10/1] Excellent World Cup. Not so excellent since. The Colombians produced one goal at the 2015 Copa America. Their qualifying campaign has underwhelmed. The team still features James Rodriguez, Juan Cuadrado, and coordinated dance celebrations. But, they have an inexperienced defense and no proven scoring outlet up front. They get the U.S. off the bat, in the fortress that is Levi’s Stadium.
Mexico [12/1] Chicharito is coming off his best season since arriving in Europe, scoring 26 goals in all competitions for Bayer Leverkusen.
Costa Rica [50/1] Los Ticos were darlings in Brazil, reaching the quarterfinals. Then, they failed to win a match at the 2015 Gold Cup. Their World Class goalkeeper Keylor Navas will be starting for Real Madrid in the Champions League final. They have reasonable scoring options up front. Not sure they have enough in between, in what should be a tough group.
Paraguay [50/1] Paraguay made a run to the semifinals at Copa America, albeit while winning one match. There has been a bit of a guard change. Most of the squad is based in the Americas. Established names such as Roque Santa Cruz were left home. Twelve of the 20 outfield players called up have fewer than 15 caps for the national team. A tough group may limit their prospects.
Peru [66/1] Peru is opting for a fresh start. Thirteen of the 20 outfield players have fewer than 10 caps. Seven have one or zero caps. Seventeen of the 23 man squad are based in Peru. Notable veterans such as Claudio Pizzaro, Jefferson Farfan, and Juan Manuel Vargas were left on the tarmac. The face an uphill battle in a group with Brazil and Ecuador.
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