Prévia da 16ª rodada das Eliminatórias da Copa do Mundo da CONMEBOL

The CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers are becoming increasingly interesting, as the teams fight tooth and nail to secure a spot in the top 6 and thus earn their direct ticket to the tournament.

Argentina is the only team that has its ticket sealed for the 2026 World Cup. Then, Ecuador and Paraguay are tied with 24 points, which is just one win away from securing their qualification. Brazil has suffered in these qualifiers, and they are trying to turn the page under the guidance of their new coach, Carlo Ancelotti.

Finally, there will be a pitched battle between Uruguay, Colombia, and Venezuela for the last two places in the 2026 World Cup. Although everything seems to indicate that Venezuela will get the playoff spot, with 9 points left to play for, anything can happen.

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CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers Matchday 16: Uruguai x Venezuela

Uruguay is closing the qualifiers with a worrying pace of play. The Charrúa team has not been able to display a positive level of play. They may be on the ropes, as they are in fifth place with 21 points, the same as Colombia and only three points ahead of Venezuela.

The Charrúa squad has accumulated two draws and two defeats in their last four matches played, and should they lose to Venezuela in this home match, their direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup would be in jeopardy. However, we are confident that the team will pull through and give their all to get back to winning ways. Uruguay comes from being crushed by Paraguay in their most recent match, with a score of 0-2.

On the other hand, Venezuela is in a situation they never imagined. They are just two wins away from securing direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup. However, one of those victories must be achieved in this match against Uruguay, as it is one of their direct rivals.

The Vinotinto is in seventh place in the table, holding the playoff position, with a record of four wins, six draws, and five losses, following Colombia and Uruguay by only three points. Out of the three remaining matches, two of which are against Colombia and Uruguay, Venezuela even has a real possibility of grabbing sixth place in the table.

Venezuela is coming off a victory against Bolivia in its most recent match with a score of 2-0.

For this match, our winner’s chip is in Uruguay.

Uruguay vs. Venezuela Betting Pick: Venezuela

CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers Matchday 16: Argentina x Colômbia

Argentina is the only South American team that has secured its place in the 2026 World Cup. They have been very lethal in these qualifiers, proving why they are the world champions. The Argentine team has a 10-point lead over Ecuador and Paraguay, also securing first place in the qualification.

There is not much to say about this team besides the fact that they do not depend on the genius of Leo Messi. The world star is not as active as he used to be, but he’s still a latent threat. In their most recent match, Argentina defeated Chile 1-0.

On the other hand, Colombia is on the ropes. The Cafeteros did not expect to draw their most recent match in Barranquilla against Peru, so now they will have to win two of the three remaining matches. Moreover, one of them is against Venezuela, one of their most dangerous rivals.

Colombia is in sixth place in the table, tied to Uruguay with 21 points, and only three points ahead of the Vinotinto. As a result, they need to play their hearts out and look for a win in this game to give them some peace of mind heading into the final round of these qualifiers in September.

That said, our prediction is a 3-1 win for Argentina.

Argentina vs. Colombia Betting Pick: Argentina

CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers Matchday 16: Brasil x Paraguai

Brazil has not been the strong and explosive team we become accustomed to throughout history, especially in these World Cup qualifiers. Currently sitting with 22 points, Brazil could still miss out on the 2026 World Cup if an unexpected turn of events occurs. However, we are sure that the Canarinha will pull out all the stops at any moment and will once again become the five-time world champions.

However, the start of the Carlo Ancelotti era as Brazil’s coach did not start as expected. The Brazilians were held to a goalless draw on the road against Ecuador, a result that only deepened the growing doubts surrounding the team. Raphina’s absence due to yellow card suspension affected the team’s attack.

On the other hand, the revelation of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers is Paraguay. The Guarani squad has managed to play at an incredibly high level. Right now, Paraguay is third in the table with 24 points, the same as Ecuador, but two points ahead of Brazil.

The Guaraníes need a victory in this match to secure their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, but it will be a difficult task against Brazil, which needs to return to winning ways. Paraguay is coming off an excellent victory in its most recent match against Uruguay, with a score of 2-0.

For this match, our prediction is a 2-0 Brazilian victory.

Brazil vs. Paraguay Betting Pick: Brazil

CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers Matchday 16: Perú vs. Ecuador

Peru still has slight hopes of fighting for a playoff spot. However, their mission is very uphill, considering that they are second to last in the table with only 11 points out of a possible 45. The Peruvian national team is in a precarious position in the CONMEBOL Eliminatórias para a Copa do Mundo and can’t find a way to overcome their rivals.

In their most recent match, Peru caused a pleasant surprise with a 0-0 draw against Colombia in Barranquilla. Now, they will try to pull off another upset in this home game to keep their World Cup hopes alive.

On the other hand, Ecuador continues to play at a high level in these qualifiers. The Ecuadorians are currently second in the standings, with an excellent record of seven wins, six draws, two losses, three goals scored,and five conceded.They are the best defending team in the tournament, so it is no coincidence to see them at this stage.

Ecuador is just one win away from securing qualification to the World Cup or just Venezuela’s defeat against Uruguay. On the other hand, Ecuador is coming from a 0-0 draw in its most recent match against Brazil.

While Peru always plays very well at home, we have to say that Ecuador has given a footballing lesson in these qualifiers. As a result, our prediction is a win for Ecuador.

Perú vs. Ecuador Betting Pick: Ecuador