- Canada has only lost one game in the CONCACAF Nations League
- Both teams have never played in the knockout phases of the competition
- Canada is unbeaten against Curacao.
With a few games gone in the competition, we witness some exciting showdowns between the Central and Northern America teams. These teams are giving us epic back and forth as we watch them play against each other.
As we go into another round of games this month, we want to look at the matchup between Curacao and Canada. It is a match to get all three points as they both fight to make it to the knockout phase for the first time in the competition’s history.
Undoubtedly, going into this match, Canada has the better team. But it won’t be easy for them. Therefore, just like the UEFA Nations League odds, we will look at how the teams are gearing up for the showdown and the CONCACAF Nations League odds for this tie.
Canada vs. Curacao Odds
| Canada | Draw | Curacao |
| -455 | +600 | +1800 |
These soccer odds indicate the difference between the teams and how sportsbooks are listing them on their site. With Canada having a -455 odds, they are the favorite to win the game, and this is because of their recent solid run of form.
Therefore, Curacao’s +1800 shows that their chances of winning are very slim. The only option close to Canada winning is Draw, meaning that there is a higher probability that the game will end in a draw rather than see Curacao win.
Canada vs. Curacao Information
- Competition: CONCACAF Nations League: Canada vs. Curacao
- Location of the Game: BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
- Time: Thursday, 09 June 2022, 9:30 PM CT
- How to Watch: Cable and Web Live streaming services
Canada
The Canadian national team is one of the best teams in the CONCACAF division. They had a smooth run during the world cup qualifying phases. As a result, they’ve been a top-notch, formidable team ready to play on the world stage and compete with other top teams.
The team is relatively young. Therefore, they have a lot to offer on the international stage, and the match against Curacao is another top test for the team to face. They would get the chance to win a trophy on the international stage, which is a perfect boost for the team going into the world cup.
Canada Projected Lineup
The squad is filled with top players that would certainly make it into the squad. With Alphonso Davies back into the squad, we expect him to be one of the first names on the team.
We understand that he has been out of the team for quite some time, but he is one of the best talents for the Maple Leafs.
Aside from Davies, Jonathan David is a top choice; even though he hasn’t performed up to par, he is still part of the team. In addition to David and Davies, we expect to see Ismael Kone, Tajon Buchanan, Sam Adekugbe, Lucas Cavallini, Alistair Johnston, and Stephen Eustaquio. Undoubtedly, Atiba Hutchinson will captain the squad, and Maxime Crepeau will handle the goal posts.
Canada Injuries
There is no injury update at the time of writing this preview, and the only player in doubt was Alphonso Davies, and he is back to take his place at left-back. So, we expect a solid team from John Herdman as they pair up against Curacao.
Curacao
Curacao is a budding team that hasn’t done much on the world scene. The team is filled with professional players playing in different leagues across Europe and the Americas. We’ve not seen the team play outside of the CONCACAF division, and as it stands, they’ve already played two games in the Nations League.
They lost their first match against Honduras, but they ensured that they did better than the first match by defeating Honduras away from home. Therefore, they have three points in the Nations League, and the next two games against Canada are pivotal.
Curacao Projected Lineup
The team that performed more than expected is what we expect Art Langeler on the field when they face up against Canada in their next Nations League match. The first name we expect on the team sheet is Leandro Bacuna, as he is one of the best performing players in the Curacao squad in recent games.
Aside from Bacuna, Rangelo Janga would lead the lines while Juninho Bacuna, Elson Hooi, and Brandley Kuwas would join Bacuna in the 4-man midfield. We also expect Vumon Anita to maintain his spot as cover for the defense, with Michael Maria, Roshon Van Ejima, Cuco Martins, and Jurien Gaari taking on the defensive spot. And Eloy Room should retain the goalkeeper spot.
Curacao Injuries
The team that played Honduras remains intact. No player is missing from the squad, and as a result, we don’t expect Langeler to change his team as they are ready to take on one of the best teams in this competition.
Canada vs. Curacao Pick and Predictions
If you are looking at this game as one of your soccer picks, you should know that it is not as easy as the odds suggest. Curacao would surely put up a fight to defend their chances of making it to the knockout round of the competition. However, it is clear that Canada is the best team in this tie.
In our Nations League Predictions, we would be backing Canada to win the game, but we don’t expect them to keep a clean sheet. Therefore, our pick for this match is 4-1 in favor of the Canadian national team.
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