On July 13, 2024, in Charlotte, NC, USA, Uruguay and Canada battled it out in the Copa America third-place match at the Bank of America Stadium. The game ended in a thrilling 2-2 tie in regulation time, leading to a nail-biting penalty kick shootout.
Uruguay’s Rodrigo Bentancur opened the scoring with a fantastic goal, celebrating with his teammates. Canada responded with goals from Jonathan David and Ismael Kone, taking a 2-1 lead in the 80th minute. However, Uruguay’s star striker Luis Suarez came to the rescue with a late equalizer in stoppage time, scoring his 69th goal for the national team.
The match was ultimately decided by a penalty kick shootout, where Uruguay emerged victorious with a 4-3 win. Sergio Rochet made a crucial save on Kone’s shot, while Canada’s Alphonso Davies hit the crossbar on the final penalty, giving Uruguay the edge. Suarez and Bentancur were among the scorers for Uruguay in the shootout, securing the third-place finish for their team.
Despite the disappointment of missing out on the final, Canada put up a strong fight in their first-ever Copa America appearance. The young talents like Davies and David showcased their skills and potential, promising a bright future for Canadian soccer.
Looking ahead, Argentina and Colombia are set to face off in the championship game in Miami. The stage is set for an exciting finale to the Copa America tournament, with both teams eager to claim the title. Stay tuned for more thrilling football action as the tournament reaches its climax.