Brazil have failed to ease the pressure on Dorival Junior in recent internationals, winning just five of their eleven matches in qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Frustrations within the camp were evident in midweek, as Brazil failed to overcome Venezuela. All the headlines were made by Vinicius Jr, as the Real Madrid star missed a penalty for Selecao on the road.
An interesting challenge for Brazil comes on Tuesday, as Uruguay have been thriving under Marcelo Bielsa. However, the 15-time Copa America champions will be in need of a response after failing to win in seven of their last eight.
Odds
Despite their recent struggles, Brazil will be a commanding odds-on chance to return to winning ways on Tuesday. An away win for Uruguay is a big outside selection at +500.
[Latest odds taken from Bet365. Correct as of 09:45 am on 11/15/24]
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Brazil | -188 |
| Draw | +310 |
| Uruguay | +500 |
Uruguay Unbeaten in Last Two Matches Against Brazil
| Total | Brazil | Uruguay | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 |
| World Cup Qualifying Games | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Goals | 41 | 27 | 14 |
Uruguay have achieved recent success against Brazil, most recently eliminating their South American rivals in the Copa America during the summer. The visitors are unbeaten in their last two.
However, Brazil’s overall historical record remains very strong, having avoided defeat in 13 matches between 2003 and 2020. Over that period, Brazil recorded nine wins.
Brazil Team News
There aren’t expected to be too many changes to the team that Brazil fielded against Venezuela when they clash with Uruguay on Tuesday.
However, one switch could come in the midfield position, with Andreas Pereira preferred to Bruno Guimaraes. Vinicius Jr will retain his place despite missing a penalty on Thursday.
Possible Lineup
Ederson (GK); Vanderson, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Guilherme Arana, Andreas Pereira, Gerson, Raphinha, Lucas Paqueta, Vinicius Jr, Igor Jesus
Uruguay Team News
Bielsa may be forced into changes on Tuesday, as he looks to find the right mix of offensive and defensive play. Manuel Ugarte and Federico Valverde have been mainstays under the former Leeds boss.
However, Luciano Rodriguez could be handed an opportunity to shine in the forward areas.
Possible Lineup
Sergio Rochet (GK); Guilermo Varela, Jose Gimenez, Santiago Bueno, Mathias Olivera, Manuel Ugarte, Federico Valverde, Rodrigo Bentancur, Facundo Pellistri, Darwin Nunez, Luciano Rodriguez
Brazil vs. Uruguay Prediction
Uruguay’s winless run since crashing out of the Copa America would be a major concern ahead of this away match in Brazil.
However, it is also worth noting that the hosts have been well below their usual high standards throughout qualification.
A cagey affair could be likely on Tuesday, meaning a chance could be taken on the draw.
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