The CONCACAF region sets to get their World Cup Qualifiers 2022 underway this week when the USA takes Canada. The match schedules for Monday at the Nissan Stadium in Nashville, with kickoff at 3 pm.
Both sides come off draws in their recent World Cup qualifiers CONCACAF with the USA taking a 0-0 draw to El Salvador. On the other hand, Canada picked up a 1-1 draw to Honduras.
The USA tried to bounce back from their failure in qualifying for the 2018 World Cup by making a series of changes.
Gregg Berhalter was appointed as a result, and he has overseen an impressive period for the Americans in CONCACAF.
Despite having an inexperienced squad, the US Men’s National Team (USMNT) won two major international competitions earlier this year: The CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup. This is evidence of progress under Berhalter since he took charge in December 2017.
The Canadians had not played in front of home fans for almost two years, but the experience only amounted to a point after Cyle Larin converted from the penalty spot.
Despite their loss, Canada’s performance throughout this summer has shown they can win even against tough opponents like Mexico.
Canada is eager to beat the United States in their upcoming friendly after losing 4-1 and 1-0 during previous matches. The Americans went on to win this year’s Gold Cup, but Canada would love nothing more than revenge for these defeats.
USA vs Canada Head to Head
Both sides have ten games against each other, with USA taking six wins while Canada with one win. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- El Salvador 0-0 USA
- USA 1-0 Mexico
- Qatar 0-1 USA
- USA 1-0 Jamaica
- USA 1-0 Canada
Away
- Canada 1-1 Honduras
- Mexico 2-1 Canada
- Costa Rica 0-2 Canada
- USA 1-0 Canada
- Haiti 1-4 Canada
USA Team News
Christian Pulisic missed out in their draw to El Salvador. However, he remains in Nashville in a rush against time to gain match fitness. However, his availability this week remains unavailable. Goalkeeper Zack Steffen failed to make the trip with injury concerns.
Canada Team News
Tajon Buchanan came off the pitch at halftime after struggling with an injury. He remains sidelined after failing to pass match fitness. His replacement Junior Hoilett impressed in his place and looked set to maintain his position in the starting lineup.
Prediction and Odds
We envision the USA continuing their good form to take up a comfortable win this week.
- USA Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- Correct Score: 2-0
