The CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers are back in action with another set of matches this week as Ecuador lock horns with five-time world champions Brazil at the Estadio Monumental on Thursday, 5 June. Both teams are at the top of the qualifying table, setting up an intriguing encounter.
Ecuador are in second place in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualification standings and have been exceptional in their campaign this season. The home side played out a 0-0 stalemate against Chile last week.
Brazil, on the other hand, are in fourth place in the qualification table and have not been at their best over the past year. The Selecao slumped to a damaging 4-1 defeat at the hands of Argentina in their previous game and will be looking to bounce back this week.
Brazil have a good squad at their disposal but have flattered to deceive in recent years. Vinicius Junior is yet to hit his stride with the Selecao and will have a point to prove going into this game.
Ecuador have punched above their weight over the past year and will look to make the most of their form on Thursday. Both teams are evenly matched and could play out a draw in this fixture.
Prediction: Ecuador 2-2 Brazil
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Brazil to score first - Yes