Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 July

Betiball's prediction for Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W) on 31 July 2023 (kick-off: 03:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W) preview before placing your bet.

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Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W): Starting Lineups Time : 31/07/2023 03:00

Costa Rica (W)
1 - 3
Finished
Zambia (W)
90+1' event Alexandra Pinell / Katherine Alvarado
84' event Emilie Valenciano / Sheika Scott
72' event Maria Salas / Gloriana Villalobos
55' event Priscilla Chinchilla No penalty confirmed
47' event Daphne Melissa Herrera Monge
23' event Valeria del Campo
21' event Mariana Benavides
6' event Katherine Alvarado
event 90+9' Hellen Mubanga / Hellen Chanda
event 90+3' Racheal Kundananji
event 85' Xiomara Mapepa / Avell Chitundu
event 74' Mary Wilombe / Evarine Katongo
event 66' Barbra Banda
event 40' Martha Tembo
event 31' Barbra Banda
event 3' Lushomo Mweemba
90+1' event Alexandra Pinell / Katherine Alvarado
event 90+9' Hellen Mubanga / Hellen Chanda
84' event Emilie Valenciano / Sheika Scott
event 90+3' Racheal Kundananji
72' event Maria Salas / Gloriana Villalobos
event 85' Xiomara Mapepa / Avell Chitundu
55' event Priscilla Chinchilla No penalty confirmed
event 74' Mary Wilombe / Evarine Katongo
47' event Daphne Melissa Herrera Monge
event 66' Barbra Banda
23' event Valeria del Campo
event 40' Martha Tembo
21' event Mariana Benavides
event 31' Barbra Banda
6' event Katherine Alvarado
event 3' Lushomo Mweemba
Costa Rica (W) Costa Rica (W)
Substitutions
#9 Maria Salas
#13 Emilie Valenciano
#19 Alexandra Pinell
#1 Genesis Perez
#18 Priscilla Tapia
#12 Maria Elizondo
#2 Gabriela Guillen
#6 Carol Sanchez
#15 Cristin Granados
#8 Mariela Campos
#22 Catalina Estrada
#17 Sofia Varela
Costa Rica (W) Costa Rica (W) Zambia (W) Zambia (W)
16Shots15
3Shots on Goal8
11Fouls19
3Corner Kick7
19Free kick13
3Offside0
3Yellow card2
36Aerial12
5Save2
15Successful Tackles21
13Interceptions7
1Assist2
3Substitution3
9Shots off goal5
1Hit The Post0
16Head Success9
4Blocked2
15Tackle21
8Dribbles15
28Throw-in25
386Passes285
136Attacks73
39Dangerous attacks34
0Corner Kicks(HT)3
Zambia (W) Zambia (W)
Substitutions
#6 Mary Wilombe
#19 Xiomara Mapepa
#9 Hellen Mubanga
#16 Leticia Lungu
#18 Eunice Sakala
#2 Judith Soko
#5 Mary Mulenga
#22 Esther Banda
#23 Vast Phiri
#10 Comfort Seleman
#14 Ireen Lungu
#7 Ochumba Lubandji
Commentary
90+9' Zambia (W) — substitution: Hellen Mubanga / Hellen Chanda
90+3' Goal! Racheal Kundananji - Zambia (W)
90+1' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Alexandra Pinell / Katherine Alvarado
85' Zambia (W) — substitution: Xiomara Mapepa / Avell Chitundu
84' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Emilie Valenciano / Sheika Scott
74' Zambia (W) — substitution: Mary Wilombe / Evarine Katongo
72' Costa Rica (W) — substitution: Maria Salas / Gloriana Villalobos
66' Barbra Banda - Zambia (W) receive a yellow card
55' VAR review - Costa Rica (W)
47' Goal! Daphne Melissa Herrera Monge - Costa Rica (W)
40' Martha Tembo - Zambia (W) receive a yellow card
31' Penalty scored! Barbra Banda - Zambia (W)
23' Valeria del Campo - Costa Rica (W) receive a yellow card
21' Mariana Benavides - Costa Rica (W) receive a yellow card
6' Katherine Alvarado - Costa Rica (W) receive a yellow card
3' Goal! Lushomo Mweemba - Zambia (W)

How We Build the Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W) on 31 July 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Costa Rica (W) vs Zambia (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Costa Rica (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Zambia (W)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Costa Rica (W) and Zambia (W) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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