COPA AMERICA 2024
USA crash out of Copa as Uruguay, Panama advance
Team USA, who suffered an upset 2-1 defeat to Panama last Thursday, went into Monday's final Group C game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City needing to match or better Panama's result against Bolivia to advance.
No team are favourites against Brazil: Colombia coach Lorenzo
Argentine-born Lorenzo added that he expects Brazil to offer a different challenge to the side Colombia beat 2-1 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in November, when Fernando Diniz was in charge of the nine-times Copa champions.
Ecuador clinch Copa quarterfinal berth as Venezuela sink Jamaica
Ecuador, needing only a point against Mexico in Glendale, Arizona to advance on goal difference, withstood a furious late onslaught from 'El Tri' to reach the last eight.
On-a-roll Martinez ‘felt ready to rid World Cup thorn’
It’s a huge relief for the Inter Milan marksman, who had experienced a miserable 18 months.
‘We want to put Brazil in the place we deserve’
Even in Brazil's Copa America opener this year - a goalless draw against Costa Rica - Vinicius ended up being substituted halfway through the second half after not managing a single scoring attempt. After that, Brazil manager Dorival Jr changed tack and that decision paid back in a major way.
No Messi, no problem as Argentina down Peru; Canada advance
With Messi sidelined after complaining of a sore right hamstring, and coach Lionel Scaloni serving a one-game suspension, Argentina made nine changes to their starting XI at the Hard Rock Stadium.
'United through soccer': Migrant fans breathe life into Copa America
For only the second time in history, South America's continental championship is being held at venues across the United States this year, offering a taste of what North America can expect when the 2026 World Cup is staged in the region in two years' time.
Brazil coach hails 'dynamic' Vinicius after win over Paraguay
Vinicius terrorised Paraguay's defence with his pace and trickery as he scored two goals in an impressive display, a far cry from his performance in Brazil's 0-0 draw with Costa Rica in their opening group stage match, in which he was largely ineffectual.
Brazil start Copa America mission with Costa Rica encounter
Brazil open their 2024 Copa America campaign against Costa Rica on Monday in Los Angeles with a whole new look almost from top to bottom, with Real Madrid's rising star Vinicius Jr leading a group that were waiting for an opportunity for a fresh start.
Uruguay clinch 3-1 win over Panama
Uruguay's win saw them move level with the United States on three points. The U.S. beat Bolivia 2-0 in the day's other Group C match.
Dorival Junior searches for Brazil's balance ahead of Copa opener
The 62-year-old coach took over the reigns of the 'Selecao' in January with the team having endured a poor start to World Cup qualification in South America.
Pulisic shines as USA sink Bolivia in Copa America
USA captain Pulisic curled in a superb early goal before teeing up a second for striker Folarin Balogun just before half-time at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
‘Calm’ Endrick hopes to leave his mark
Brazil's teenage prodigy Endrick will be hoping to make his first appearance for the national team at a major tournament when his country take on Costa Rica in their Copa America opener on Monday.
Super subs give Venezuela win over 10-man Ecuador
Ecuador were forced to play with 10 men from the 22nd minute of the game at Levi Stadium when striker Enner Valencia was sent off for dangerous play.
Copa America is the best preparation for the World Cup: Lozano
This year's tournament brings together 10 South American teams and six invited nations from the North and Central America and the Caribbean Confederation (CONCACAF) in the second Copa hosted by the United States.
Chile hold Peru to 0-0 draw
Chile had goalkeeper Claudio Bravo to thank for securing a 0-0 draw against Peru in their Copa America opener on Friday in a result that left Group A wide open.
Messi off to bright start in latest quest for glory
Lionel Messi's latest quest for international glory in the twilight of his career is off to a smooth start with Argentina's 2-0 win over Canada at the Copa America opening.
Messi becomes most capped player in Copa America history
Messi's appearances have been spread across seven editions of the Copa, starting with the 2007 tournament in Venezuela.
