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With the FIFA World Cup competition getting closer, Canada will lock horns with Uzbekistan in an international friendly at Commonwealth Stadium (Edmonton, AB) on Tuesday.
This fixture represents only the second senior international meeting between these two teams, as they prepare for the World Cup.
The encounter serves as a crucial measuring stick for both teams, providing a fascinating battle to boost their confidence heading into the competition.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Canada vs. Uzbekistan key stats
- Canada and Uzbekistan have faced each other once before in senior international football, with Canada securing a 2-1 victory in a friendly match.
- Uzbekistan have failed to keep a clean sheet in three of their last five matches across all competitions.
- The home side have scored at least two goals in two of their last four international friendly matches.
Canada vs. Uzbekistan preview: Home team looking to extend unbeaten run
| Canada | vs | Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| 30th | FIFA Ranking | 50th |
| Jonathan Osorio(89) | Most Caps | Eldor Shomurodov(90) |
| Jonathan David(39) | Most Goals | Eldor Shomurodov(44) |
| 906 | Total Caps | 881 |
| 129 | Total Goals | 126 |
| 1 | Uncapped Players | 2 |
Canada enter this game in good run of form, as they prepare to co-host the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup on home soil.
Jesse Marsch's team has undergone a significant transformation since their outing in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
The home side have been in good form over the past few years, losing just one game in their last nine friendly matches.
Although they will need to improve on their recent performance, having failed to win in their last two friendly games.
The players understand that impressive performances in these friendlies are essential to getting a starting spot in the World Cup squad.
Also, securing another positive result will further elevate the confidence of the squad as the tournament approaches.
On the other hand, Uzbekistan travel to North America in spectacular form in preparation for the World Cup.
The White Wolves have established themselves as one of the most formidable and rapidly rising forces in Asian football under the guidance of Fabio Cannavaro.
Cannavaro’s team has shown remarkable consistency on their travels, securing impressive results in challenging environments across Asia.
The visitors have only lost twice in their last 20 games across all international competitions, which shows they are not a pushover.
They will view this match against Canada as the ultimate test of their tactical discipline and defensive organisation on foreign soil.
Canada vs. Uzbekistan form guide & betting tips
| Canada | vs | Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
DWWDD |
Form | DDWWD |
| Goals For | ||
| Goals Against | ||
DWWDD |
International Friendly | LWDDW |
Whispers predicts: Canada 2-1 Uzbekistan
The primary reason for selecting a 2-1 victory for the home side is their formidable home record that they possess.
Heading into this friendly game, Canada are unbeaten in their last six home matches, showing great offensive fluidity at BMO Field.
On the other hand, Uzbekistan also boast a highly disciplined defence and are on a good run of form, but the home advantage should carry the Canucks over the finish line.
The bookmakers have priced the home side at 1.48, reflecting their strong form and the positive impact of manager Marsch.
A draw is currently valued at 4.20, while an away victory for the visitors is considered the underdog result at 7.00 odds.
The odds for over 2.5 goals are set at 2.05, representing an attractive option considering both teams possess good attacking systems.
Both teams to score is also a highly plausible option at 2.30, while home team total goals (over 1.5) is at 1.70 odds.
> Home to win at 10/21 (1.48) | Likelihood: Possible
> Over 2.5 goals at 21/20 (2.05) | Likelihood: Possible
> Both teams to score at 13/10 (2.30) | Likelihood: Probable
> Home team total goals (over 1.5) at 7/10 (1.70) | Likelihood: Probable