Uzbekistan vs Colombia Confirmed Lineups

Uzbekistan vs Colombia Confirmed Lineups

The starting lineups for the World Cup fixture between Uzbekistan and Colombia have been confirmed ahead of kick-off at Mexico City Stadium.

Uzbekistan Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Starting XI: Utkir Yusupov (1), Rustam Ashurmatov, Abdukodir Khusanov, Abdulla Abdullaev, Bekhruz Karimov, Sherzod Nasrullaev, Otabek Shukurov, Akmal Mozgovoy, Eldor Shomurodov, Oston Urunov, Abbosbek Fayzullaev

Substitutes: Avazbek O'lmasaliev, Abduvokhid Nematov, Khojiakbar Alijonov, Jamshid Iskanderov, Sherzod Esanov, Umar Eshmurodov, Farrukh Sayfiev, Botirali Ergashev, Aziz G'aniev, Ruslanbek Jiyanov, Dostonbek Khamdamov, Jakhongir Urozov, Azizbek Amonov, Odiljon Khamrobekov, Igor Sergeev

Colombia Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI: Camilo Vargas, Jhon Lucumí, Davinson Sánchez, Daniel Muñoz, Johan Mojica, Luis Díaz, James Rodríguez, Jhon Arias, Jefferson Lerma, Gustavo Puerta, Luis Suárez

Substitutes: Juan Portilla, Willer Ditta, Yerry Mina, Jorge Carrascal, Deiver Machado, Santiago Arias, Richard Ríos, Jhon Córdoba, Andrés Gómez, Kevin Castaño, Jaminton Campaz, Juan Fernando Quintero, Cucho Hernandez, Álvaro Montero, David Ospina

Uzbekistan vs Colombia Immediate Reaction

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan are set to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation for this World Cup clash against Colombia. Utkir Yusupov starts in goal, shielded by a back three of Rustam Ashurmatov, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Abdulla Abdullaev. In midfield, Bekhruz Karimov and Sherzod Nasrullaev occupy the wide positions, with Otabek Shukurov and Akmal Mozgovoy operating centrally, while Oston Urunov and Abbosbek Fayzullaev support leading striker Eldor Shomurodov.

Colombia

Colombia have opted for a 4-2-3-1 system under their confirmed selection. Camilo Vargas starts between the sticks behind a back four consisting of Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumí, and Johan Mojica. Jefferson Lerma partners Gustavo Puerta in the defensive midfield axis, while Luis Díaz, James Rodríguez, and Jhon Arias form a creative attacking midfield trio behind lone forward Luis Suárez.

Uzbekistan vs Colombia Reactive Bet Builder

Our suggested Bet Builder for this fixture features a heavy focus on the Colombian attack. We are backing Liverpool winger Luis Díaz to be heavily involved by finding the back of the net as an anytime goalscorer, as well as registering over 0.5 assists during the match. Additionally, the bet builder includes predictions for two options from the substitutes bench, with forward Jhon Córdoba backed to score anytime and playmaker Juan Fernando Quintero selected to provide over 0.5 assists should they be introduced in the second half.

Uzbekistan vs Colombia Prediction After Confirmed Lineups

Colombia enter this World Cup fixture as the clear favorites, boasting a star-studded lineup that includes the likes of Luis Díaz and James Rodríguez. While Uzbekistan are highly organized in their 3-4-2-1 shape and will look to frustrate their South American opponents, Colombia's superior individual quality should eventually shine through. Expect Colombia to dominate possession and find a way through Uzbekistan's defensive block, though the Asian nation is capable of getting on the scoresheet on the counter-attack.

Score Prediction: Uzbekistan 1-2 Colombia

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