Colombia has emerged as the top team in Group D of the Copa América, surpassing Brazil by two points with a 1-1 draw at Levi’s Stadium. This result means that Colombia will be advancing to the quarterfinals as the group winner, while Brazil will also move on as the runner-up.
In another match on the final day of group play, Costa Rica secured a 2-1 victory over Paraguay. However, despite the win, Costa Rica was eliminated from the tournament after finishing third in Group D. Costa Rica has struggled in recent Copa América appearances, being eliminated in the group stage in its last three outings.
During the Costa Rica vs Paraguay match, Francisco Calvo scored his 12th goal for Costa Rica, while Josimar Alcócer found the back of the net for the second time in his national team career. On the Paraguay side, Ramón Sosa scored his first international goal. Paraguay had a disappointing tournament, losing all three of their matches and failing to advance to the knockout stage.
Colombia’s head coach, Néstor Lorenzo, has maintained an impressive unbeaten record since taking over in June 2022. Under his leadership, Colombia has extended its unbeaten streak to 26 matches, coming close to tying the team’s record set in the 1990s. Colombia’s next opponent in the quarterfinals will be Panama.
Brazil, on the other hand, will be facing Uruguay in the quarterfinals after securing their spot as the group runner-up. Brazil has a strong historical record against Colombia, with an 8-2-2 all-time record at the Copa América. Raphinha’s goal in the match against Colombia was the first direct free kick goal of the tournament, showcasing Brazil’s prowess on set pieces.
Overall, the final day of group play in the Copa América was filled with excitement and drama as teams battled for a spot in the knockout stage. Fans can expect more thrilling matches as the tournament progresses, with Colombia, Brazil, and other top teams vying for the coveted title. Stay tuned to FOX Sports for all the latest updates and coverage of the Copa América.
