BTN News: The group stage of Copa América is over, and the quarterfinal matches are ready. Uruguay finished first in Group C, winning all their games. Panama surprised everyone by advancing, and the USA was knocked out. On Tuesday, the last two teams for the next round were confirmed.
Colombia and Brazil Drew in Group D, Avoiding Uruguay in the Next Round
Colombia and Brazil played their last game in Group D to avoid facing Uruguay in the quarterfinals. Colombia only needed a win or a draw, but Brazil had to win. The game ended in a 1-1 draw at Levi’s Stadium in California. Raphinha scored for Brazil, and Daniel Muñoz scored for Colombia. Costa Rica needed a miracle and beat Paraguay 2-1, but they were also eliminated.
Quarterfinal Matches Will Be Held on Saturday, July 6
The quarterfinals will be on Saturday, July 6. Colombia will play Panama at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, at 7 PM (Argentina time). Uruguay will face Brazil in a classic match at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, at 10 PM.
Uruguay Won Group C and Knocked Out the Host Team USA
Uruguay secured first place in Group C by beating the USA, the tournament hosts, who were eliminated after finishing third. Panama moved to the next round as the second team from the group by beating Bolivia 3-1.
Argentina Led Group A After Winning Against Peru and Chile Beating Canada
Argentina secured their place in the quarterfinals by leading Group A. They defeated Peru at Hard Rock Stadium, and Chile beat Canada at Exploria Stadium. Lionel Scaloni’s team will play Ecuador, who finished second in Group B after a goalless draw with Mexico. This match is on Thursday, July 4, at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Venezuela Topped Group B and Will Play Canada in the Quarterfinals
In Group B, Venezuela won all their matches and finished first. They will play Canada, who finished second in Group A behind Argentina. The Venezuela-Canada quarterfinal match will be on Friday, July 5, at 10 PM at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
