In the early hours of Sunday, Colombia and Panama go head-to-head in the quarter-finals of the Copa America.
ColombiaLos Cafeteros won Group D, winning their first two games against Paraguay and Costa Rica before ending their group with a 1-1 draw against group favourites Brazil.
Taking seven points from a possible nine, finishing top of the Group, two points ahead of the Selecao.
Colombia have been strong in front of goal lately, scoring at least two goals in five of their last six internationals. The draw against Brazil ended their prolific streak of form in front of goal.
They have been difficult to beat in the Copa America, as they are unbeaten over 90 minutes in six games in the competitions. Their recent Copa games have been relatively high-scoring, with over 2.5 goals scored in five of their last eight matches.
PanamaThe Central American team finished second in Group C, with six points from three games, three behind group winners Uruguay.
Panama suffered a 3-1 defeat against Uruguay in their opening group game before victories over the USA and Bolivia sealed their place in the quarter-finals of the competition.
Their recent games have been high-scoring, with over 2.5 goals scored in four of the last five matches. Panama has also scored at least two goals in four of their previous six international matches.
Making it to the quarter-finals at just their second Copa America is a significant achievement. However, Panama’s record at the Copa can only be described as inconsistent. They have won three and lost three of their six matches in the competition.
Panama's games in the Copa America have certainly delivered on goals, as all six of their matches in the competitions have produced under 2.5 goals.
What am I backing?This could be a close game, as both teams are in decent form. However, the bet I am backing is the Colombia win.
