09/06/2024, World Cup qualification
Match Analysis
In a detailed analysis of today’s match between Grenada and Costa Rica, we must take into account both statistical data and the opinions of human experts.
Grenada Statistical Facts
Grenada’s last match against Trinidad and Tobago ended in a 2-2 draw. Overall, the team has shown poor form recently, losing four of their last five matches and drawing one. The main statistics of the team are as follows:
- Myles Hippolyte is the team’s standout player, scoring two goals in the previous match.
- Lucas Akins, Omar Beckles, Jason Belfon, and other players played a full match against Trinidad, but did not show any special performance.
- The defense, led by Omar Beckles and Josh Gabriel, only picked up one yellow card, showing that they are not very aggressive on defense.
Costa Rica Statistics Data
Costa Rica beat Saint Kitts and Nevis 4-0 in their previous match and are in strong form. Statistically, the team is performing solidly:
- Orlando Galo and Andy Rojas scored in the previous match.
- GoalkeeperPatrick Sequeira defended well and did not get a goal.
- The squad includes several experienced players such as Francisco Calvo and Joel Campbell, who could be important players.
Expert Analysis
The experts pointed out that Grenada are finding their feet after a long losing streak, but they still lack a winning mentality. Costa Rica, on the other hand, are in solid form and have shown strong attacking play in previous matches.
My tips for low and medium risk
Low risk tips:
- Costa Rica win (Low risk)
- Costa Rica have a solid defence and have shown a strong attacking game in recent matches. Given Grenada’s poor form and the weakness of their defence, a win for Costa Rica seems likely.
- More than 2.5 goals (Low risk)
- Based on previous matches, Costa Rica scored more goals and Grenada was able to score against Trinidad. Based on this, more than 2.5 goals is a realistic bet.
Medium risk tips:
- Myles Hippolyte scores (Medium risk)
- Hippolyte scored two goals in the previous match and is likely to remain one of the team’s main strikers.
- Costa Rica to score in both halves (Medium risk)
- Given the strength of Costa Rica’s attack and the weakness of Grenada’s defence, it is likely that they will be able to score in both halves.
More Interesting Observations
- Costa Rica’s coach, Gustavo Alfaro, has built a well-organised team that can win matches if they score the first goal.
- Grenada’s new coach, Shalrie Joseph, has brought improvements but the team is still unstable and lacks a winning mentality.
- Costa Rica’s recent results, especially in qualifying, have been impressive, as they have only lost once and have won several times when they have scored the first goal.
Summary
Based on statistics and expert analysis, Costa Rica is the favorite to win against Grenada. Low-risk picks include a Costa Rica win and more than 2.5 goals. Medium risk picks include Myles Hippolyte scoring and Costa Rica scoring in both halves. Based on Costa Rica’s attacking and defensive statistics, and Grenada’s poor form and defence, these tips seem likely.