Japan will be all set to lock horns against Costa Rica in this crucial FIFA World Cup encounter. Welcome to the JPN vs CRC Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Japan managed to turn the game on its head after retaining their building form which earned them a crucial win in their first match and can continue to build up confidence levels.
Costa Rica on the other hand will be low on confidence after starting off their campaign on a 7-0 defeat against France which should keep them focused on bringing several tactical changes for this game.
Probable Winner, Match Prediction and Betting Odds
Japan could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
JPN- 1.52 Draw – 4.50 CRC- 8.60
Team News
Hiroki Sakai is doubtful to appear.
Probable Playing 11
Japan
Gonda (GK), Tomiyasu, Itakura, Yoshida, Nagatomo, Minamino, Doan, Ito, Kamada, Maeda, Asano
Costa Rica
Navas (GK), Waston, Calvo, Duarte, Oviedo, Tejeda, Borges, Bennette, Fuller, Campbell, Contreras
Match Details
FIFA World Cup
Match: Japan vs Costa Rica
Date And Time: 27th November, 03:30 pm IST
Venue: Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar
Telecast: Sports 18, Jio Cinema (App and Website)
Top Scorer:
Japan
Takuma Asano (1 Goal)
Costa Rica
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JPN vs CRC Dream11 Team Prediction Today, Fantasy Football Picks, Match Preview
Goal-keeper
Keylor Navas (8.0 Cr) has managed to play his role with ease in front of the goal as he has kept several saves throughout his club career but struggled to play his duty which could be his main focus for this game.
Defenders
Hiroki Sakai (7.5 Cr) can create attacking chances along with his accurate tackling skills that could lead to several interceptions as an anchor defender in this match.
Kou Itakura (7.5 Cr) has managed to keep several interceptions and tackles as he can work throughout the game with his ability to find his chances which was not seen in the last fixture.
Bryan Oviedo (8.5 Cr) is the captain of his team and has managed to find his place in the central defense that could allow him to move higher on the pitch during set-pieces.
Midfielders
Takumi Minamino (9.0 Cr) was able to create a crucial assist coming in from the bench along with 1 shot on goal which can convert into goals during this match.
Junya Ito (8.0 Cr) tried several shots and should be able to work well as the dummy runner who can find the net with every passing match which could enhance his already huge form.
Ritsu Doan (8.0 Cr) worked well as the super substitute who scored an important goal to bring his side back in the game with greater hope to make the most of his current game time.
Celso Borges (8.5 Cr) is another player with brilliant potential as he could manage to find crucial goals and assist but is not having the best season which should allow him to keep a fresh perspective in this match.
Forwards
Takuma Asano (8.5 Cr) was brilliant in the qualifiers and has proven to be an attacking powerhouse that earned him a goal that could lead to a building form as our prime choice for this encounter.
Daizen Maeda (6.5 Cr) should be able to regain his attacking form which was missing in the last game and his ability to channel consistent shots on goal could lead to a stronger outcome.
Anthony Contreras (8.5 Cr) was finding it difficult to add touches to the ball which can help him maintain a stronger mindset to move ahead with every passing group match.
Captain And Vice-Captain
T.Asano is our captain because of his form and comfortable playing abilities for his country which has gifted him with a goal.
R.Doan will be our vice-captain because of his current form and the ability to find crucial goals and several assists to improve his contributions.
Dream11 Team
Navas, Sakai, Itakura, Oviedo, Ito, Doan (VC), Minamino, Borges, Asano (C), Maeda, Contreras
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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