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This is a crucial match in group H, because it is likely that only one of these two teams will qualify in the round of sixteen of the tournament, and Senegal is certainly closer to that achievement, which has four points after a victory and a draw, while Colombia has three points and they need a victory in this match. There is a possibility that Colombia could play a draw, but only if Japan loses to Poland, which is not excluded, but it is an interesting option, given that a draw would in that case be ideal for both rivals. Senegal is certainly satisfied with a draw, because they would still manage to qualify in the round of sixteen, while their friendly match in 2014 also ended with a draw, 2-2.

Senegal

Senegal seems to be in a very good position when it comes to placement in the round of sixteen but they will have to play this match at the highest level as any relaxation can mean going home. It is a good thing that a draw suits them as a result in this match, but then they may not be the first in the group, however, it is a bad thing that they are playing against a team that has fewer points and wants to qualify in the round of sixteen over Senegal, which means that they will play to win. This is why the Senegalese regret that they have not defeated Japan in the last round, although the situation is quite similar and they could again be eliminated with a defeat. They had a great start in this World Cup, when they defeated Poland in the first round with a very solid defence and a good tactic that was based on the patience and the opponents' mistakes.

When that happened, they have managed to score two goals, which was enough for three points and then it was much easier to play in the second round with Japan, against which they also scored two goals but the problem was that their defence was not so good and they have also received two goals. Senegal has easily lost two leads in this game and that can be worrying. One change in the composition was made by their coach Cisse and that was striker M.Diouf who remained on the bench, while midfielder Bado played instead. It cannot be said that he has taken advantage of the opportunity and we believe he will again be on the bench and that Kouyate will be on the field. They are certainly happy that their biggest star M.Sane was in a good mood, and he even scored one goal.

Probable lineups Senegal: K.N'Diaye – Wague, S.Sane, Koulibaly, Sabaly – A.N'Diaye, I.Gueye, Kouyate – Sarr, S.Mane – Niang

Colombia

It is questionable whether Colombia will qualify for the finals, but it is safe to say that they have the right to hope for success. They should not have lost in the first round from Japan, however, they immediately received a red card at the start, and a goal, so it was very difficult for them till the very end. They showed in one part of the match that they were dangerous with even one less player on the field, and it should be said that J.Rodriguez, the first violin of this national team, has not played since the beginning. They lost with 2-1, with a goal scored while they were numerically weaker, and then came the match against Poland, which has also lost in the first round and it was clear that the group's favourites would play for all or nothing.

This time Colombia was a lot more cautious at the beginning and did not allow themselves to the luxury to give something to their opponents, so they dominated the field, and the goals came later. Also very important was that the mentioned J.Rodriguez recovered and he played since the first minute, and in the end with two assists he was a hero of victory with a score of 3-0. It turned out once again how important he is for Colombia, because they played really well with him, especially Ju.Guadrado, who completely failed against Japan and was replaced early. Coach Pekerman has decided to play eith center-back Yerry Mina instead of Murilla, because he has scored against Poland. Barrios and Aguilar were refreshments in midfield, which turned out to be great with J.Rodriguez, while Aguilar got injured and will miss this duel, so Uribe probably jumps instead.

Probable lineups Colombia: Ospina – Arias, Yerry Mina, D.Sanchez, Mojica – Barrios, Uribe – Ju.Cuadrado, Quintero, J.Rodriguez – Falcao

Verdict:

This could be a very interesting game because Senegal showed quality, especially in attack, which was expected from them, while Colombia is now in the rush and they want to qualify in the round of sixteen, which only the victory guarantees. We expect an open match and goals in both in both networks.

Pick: both teams to score 1.92 - 92/100 @1XBet