Guatemala and Guadeloupe are both aiming to put a stop to their droughts in the knockout stage, as they meet for their final group stage match. These two teams sits at the top two of their group standings both having one win and one draw. Guadeloupe is ahead of Guatemala in the standings due to their goal difference, despite having the same points. Moreover, this is just the second time that these two teams will meet in their history. Guadeloupe and Guatemala first met during the 2021 CFU-UNCAF playoffs, which resulted to draw. Furthermore, both teams want to finally end their drought of finishing just in the group stage for the past editions. The meeting between these two teams will be on July 5, 2023, at 6:30 AM (GMT+8).
Guatemala
Guatemala last qualified for the quarterfinals during the 2011 edition of the Gold Cup, which made them eager to win here. During the 2017 and 2019 edition, they were not able to play in those editions, as they face their FIFA suspension. During the start of their campaign, Guatemala actually bagged a 1-0 win against Cuba. On that match, it was Darwin Lom who helped Guatemala to score the goal during the 48th minute. They then had a goalless draw against Canada in their second match in the group, giving them a single point. However, across all contests, it seems like Guatemala are not doing that well, winning just two of their last six matches. Fortunately though, the fact that they were able to keep a clean sheet in both of their matches in the contest gives them confidence. Moreover, they are also the only team in the Gold Cup that have yet to concede a single goal.
Considering his performance in defense against Canada, Guatemala will once again rely with Nicholas Hagen in defense. Moreover, Antonio Lopez, and Jorge Aparicio will build confidence from their appearance against Canada.
Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe on the other hand is a team who failed to qualify in the next round for more than a decade already. They last entered the quarterfinals in 2009, making their drought up to 14 years already. Additionally, for the editions of the contest since 2013, they failed to qualify not until in 2021. They started their campaign in a 2-2 draw against Canada, but were able to bounce back against Cuba. On that match, Guadeloupe were able to take a dominating 4-1 win. It was Matthias Phaeton, Ange Freddy Plumain, and Anthony Baron who all scored for Guadeloupe. Fortunately, Guadeloupe are coming into this game with a good momentum. Guadeloupe had a run of being unbeaten in their last four games, where they have won thrice. This gives them confidence that they can pull off a win here, and qualify for the next round.
Guys like Matthias Phaeton is expected to lead Guadeloupe, as well as Anthony Baron for this important match. They know what is in-store for Guadeloupe once they win this match, so expect this squad to go all-out here.
Prediction:
Guatemala (2.0)
Odds: 0.85
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