Canada vs Panama Predictions & Picks for Tonight’s International Friendly Match

With goals hard to come by for both sides, Chris Vasile believes there's plenty of value in taking the Under tonight at BMO Field.

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Chris Vasile • Publishing Editor
Oct 15, 2024 • 12:44 ET • 4 min read
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We've got an international friendly on our hands tonight as Canada plays host to Panama at BMO Field in Toronto. 

Given the visitor's recent struggles to score, my Canada vs. Panama predictions believe goals will be few and far between. 

Read why the Under is my best free betting pick for Tuesday, October 15. 

Canada vs Panama picks and predictions

My best bet:
Under 2.5 (+100 at TonyBet)

My analysis

On the heels of an impressive Copa America debut, Canada has played two friendlies against the United States and Mexico, which have returned some positive results. 

A 2-1 win away to the USA is a great result in a game where they bossed possession, goal attempts, and xGF. The defense held firm — which was always going to be the big question mark for a team that was unable to keep the opposition out during the business end of the Copa America tournament. 

Canada followed up that win with a drab 0-0 draw at home to Mexico. This was a game that was always going to test Canada's defensive efforts, and they passed the test with El Tri registering only three shots on target. 

Given Canada's current form, I believe the defense will once again shine tonight against a Panama side that's not done much scoring of late. Panama enter this contest with back-to-back defeats to nil, including a 2-0 loss to the same U.S. side the Canadians beat. 

Canada is expected to field a strong starting XI in front of their home crowd and I don't believe Panama will be able to crack the Canadian defense. Historically, these two teams have played Under 2.5 goals in seven of the last eight head-to-heads. 

At EVEN money, this is a great price to take the Under. 

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Canada vs Panama odds

Canada Canada Panama Panama
-200 Moneyline +500
+330 Draw +330
Over 2.5 (-125) Total Under 2.5 (+100)

Odds courtesy of TonyBet.

Canada vs Panama opening odds

  • Moneyline: Canada -200 | Panama +500
  • Draw: +309
  • Over/Under: Over 2.5 | Panama 2.5

Canada vs Panama side and Over/Under analysis

  • Canada opened up as -200 favorites and they've held steady with a strong XI expected on home soil. 
  • The draw option has gotten longer, moving from +305 to +330 at the time of writing. 
  • The total has also shifted in favor of the Over, moving the Under from -106 to +100. 
  • Canada has played Under 2.5 in six of their last eight fixtures. 

Canada vs Panama game info

Location: BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario
Date: Tuesday, 10-15-2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Weather: Calm, cool conditions. 

Canada vs Panama key injuries

Canada: Ismael Kone (out).
Panama: No injuries to report. 

Not intended for use in MA.
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Chris Vasile has been in the betting industry for well over a decade honing his craft as a writer, editor and handicapper. A journalism graduate from Conestoga College in Kitchener, Ontario, Chris has contributed betting and non-betting content for online publications such as ProSportsDaily and The Hockey Writers, in addition to Covers. With a keen interest in soccer, Chris has been featured on Covers' 'Before You Bet' and runs his own YouTube channel — Game Day Wagers.

When it comes to daily sports betting, his sportsbook of choice is bet365 for the plethora of markets and great UX. Chris' top sports betting advice is to stick to what you know. Being a jack of all trades and master of none is a quick way to bust the bankroll. Find one or two sports you can devote your time to and trust the process.

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