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· Trystan Pugh

2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup – Honduras vs Curacao Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Honduras vs Curacao taking place? Saturday 22nd June, 2019 – 02:30 (UK)

Where is Honduras vs Curacao taking place? BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston

What television channel is Honduras vs Curacao on in the UK? This match will be televised live on FreeSports (Sky channel 422)

Where can I stream Honduras vs Curacao in the UK? Premier Sport subscribers can stream the match via Premier Player

Where can I get tickets for Honduras vs Curacao? https://www.goldcup.org/en/gold-cup-2019-tickets

THE TEAM NEWS

HONDURAS

  • Honduras travelled to Jamaica for their opening fixture and were defeated 3-2 by the hosts. Trailing 2-0 at half time, they did pull a goal back through Antony Lozano early on the second half but conceded soon after which kept the match out of their reach.
  • This match at BBVA Stadium in Houston is played on familiar territory for the country’s MLS players, including Houston Dynamo players Alberth Elis, Romell Quioto and Maynor Figueroa.
  • Defeat in their opening match means Honduras will see this as a must-win game if they are to progress from the group, but they have won only one of their last eight group stage matches at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

CURACAO

  • Curacao were narrowly defeated 1-0 by El Salvador in their opening fixture of the tournament with a goal in added time at the end of the first half settling the match.
  • They exited the tournament in 2017 having lost all three of their matches without scoring a goal and will be eager to put an end to that run.
  • The best opportunities they created against El Salvador came from set-pieces and this may again be a strength they look to use them against Honduras.

THE PREDICTION

Both teams tasted defeat in the opening round of games so this match is vital if they are to maintain hopes of making it through to the knockout stages. Honduras have a lot more experience in their ranks which should stand them in good stead and the fact this is a ‘home game’ for three of their players could give them an extra lift and motivation to perform well. Curacao won’t lack effort but they may lack the creativity from open play to punish the Honduras backline. Honduras are predicted to claim a win in this encounter.

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