Lionel Messi faces struggles while Darwin Nunez continues to shine in the Copa America quarterfinals
Copa America has reached the quarter-final stage with Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Uruguay among the favorites still in contention. Despite the tournament being hosted by the United States, they were eliminated earlier. Some surprise teams have also advanced, adding unpredictability to the quarter-finals. Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez has been pivotal for Uruguay, scoring crucial goals in their unbeaten group stage run under Marcelo Bielsa. They face a tough test against Brazil, missing Vinicius Jr due to suspension but relying on players like Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi, recovering from injury, aims to regain form in possibly his last major tournament. They face Ecuador, whom they defeated recently. Brazil, without Vinicius Jr, seek to overcome Panama, who exceeded expectations by finishing second in their group. Colombia, led by stars like Luis Diaz and James Rodriguez, are favored against Panama but expect a tough challenge. Canada, making their Copa America debut, have impressed despite challenges in scoring goals.
Managed by Jesse Marsch, they face Venezuela, showcasing talent like Jonathan David. Each match in the Copa America quarter-finals promises intense competition as teams from across the Americas battle fiercely for a coveted spot in the semi-finals. With powerhouse teams like Brazil and Argentina facing determined challengers, the stage is set for thrilling encounters and potential upsets.
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