Both teams suffered a defeat in their last games.
Ecuador will face off against Bolivia in an international friendly match in Subaru Park as both teams are preparing for the upcoming Copa America. Ecuador faced the World Champions Argentina in their first friendly match but they lost 1-0. They are placed in Group B in the Copa America alongside Mexico, Venezuela and Jamaica. This friendly game will be crucial for them to get back the confidence which will be very important in the upcoming tournament.
On the other hand, Bolivia faced a 1-0 defeat to Mexico in their first friendly match. In head-to-head records, Bolivia doesn’t have good numbers and will look to improve when facing Ecuador. Both teams have good players on their side and thus will be an exciting fixture. La Verde are placed in Group C of Copa America alongside USA, Uruguay and Panama.
Kick-Off:
Wednesday, 12 June 2024 at 12:30 AM (GMT), 08:30 AM (EST)
Thursday, 13 June 2024 at 6:00 AM (IST)
Stadium: Subaru Park
Form
Ecuador (All Competitions): L-L-W-D-D
Bolivia (All Competitions): L-W-L-L-W
Players to Watch
Kendry Paez (Ecuador)
Kendry Páez usually plays as an attacking midfielder for Ecuador. He has had varied roles, from playing as a central midfielder in a midfield five to playing as a number ’10’ or as a right flank attacking midfielder.
Some of his best attributes are ball control and dribbling, which support his attacking ability very well. He possesses fantastic close control combined with great footwork, body balance, pace and bravery; which allows him to beat and get past defenders with ease.
Miguel Terceros (Bolivia)
Miguel Terceros likes to have the ball at his feet, dictating the pace of the match and offering assistance in and around the final third. His awareness and mobility make him look effortless on the pitch. As well as being extraordinarily skilful, the youngster also proved to be an extremely intelligent player. He is a player who works hard for his team and will play a crucial role for Bolivia in the upcoming match.
Match Facts
The average number of goals in meetings between Bolivia and Ecuador is 2.2.
La Tri have won only one of their last five fixtures in all competitions.
In the last match, Ecuador beat Bolivia by 2-1.
Ecuador vs Bolivia: Betting Tips and Odds
Tip 1 – Both teams to score
Tip 2 – Jeremy Sarmiento to score any time
Tip 3 – Ecuador will win this match
Ecuador have 1.39 odds in favour of winning the match, 4.10 odds in favour of the match ending in a draw and Bolivia have 7.22 odds in favour of them to win this fixture.
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Injury and Team News
Both teams don’t have any players injured or suspended. All the players will be available for the upcoming match. After this friendly affair, both sides have another friendly each before entering the Copa America event.
Head-to-Head
Matches: 17
Ecuador: 14
Bolivia: 1
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineups
Ecuador Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Galindez (GK); Preciado, Torres, Pacho, Hincapie; Caicedo, Ortiz; Franco, Paez, Minda; Sarmiento
Bolivia Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Lampe (GK); Rocha, Quinteros, Sagredo, J.Sagredo; Saucedo, Justiniano; Chavez, Terceros, Vaca; Algaranaz
Match Prediction
Both teams lost their first friendly match and will look to bounce back for sure. This will be an exciting match but Ecuador have more quality players who can make a difference in the game. They are likely to win this fixture.
Prediction: Ecuador 2-1 Bolivia
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