Defending champions Argentina will face Colombia in the 2024 Copa Final. A win would give Argentina 16 Copa Titles, moving them ahead of Uruguay for the most by any nation. Colombia has only 1 title, coming as the host country in 2001.
Given Argentina are the defending champs and top-rated team in the world, it should come as no surprise that they enter Sunday's matchup as a heavy betting favorite.
Moneyline (Regular Time): Argentina +110 | Draw +195 | Colombia +320
Odds to Win: Argentina -195 | Colombia +145
Total Goals: Over 1.5 -180 | Under 1.5 +140
Copa betting odds courtesy of Bet365 Sportsbook.
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Make no mistake, it would be a colossal upset if Colombia were to win on Sunday. They entered the tournament with +1000 odds to win and have 1 win in 12 games against Argentina since 2007.
So how does Colombia win on Sunday? They have to stay disciplined in the midfield and close Argentina down. Defensively, Cuesta and Sanchez have to avoid mistakes against Messi and Alvarez. There is no denying the quality Argentina has and the Colombian defense will need its best for 90 minutes to have a chance.
On the attack, it's all about set pieces. James Rodriguez has been lights out throughout the tournament, and he will need to create at least one goal off of a set piece if Colombia is to win on Sunday.
Argentina has cruised through this tournament, but Colombia will challenge them on Sunday. It's unrealistic to expect Colombia's defense to hold up against this Argentinian attack for 90 minutes, but we expect Rodriguez, Diaz, and Cordoba to answer.
Can Colombia's tired legs hold up with the game tied 1-1 entering the final 30 minutes? Nestor Lorenzo has done a great job of managing his players' minutes. Particularly James Rodriguez, who only played 62 minutes against Uruguay. However, we think Argentina finds a way to get a late winner on Sunday.
Prediction: Argentina 2 - Colombia 1
Best Bet: Argentina ML + Over 1.5 Goals (+205)
Best Prop Bet: Julian Alvarez Anytime Goal (+300)