The battle for Copa America supremacy is down to its final eight teams.
After the final day of the group stage play on Tuesday concluded, the quarterfinal matchups were officially set in stone.
Canada will take on Group B winner Venezuela on Friday after it advanced past the group stage of the Copa America for the first time.
Les Rouges finished second in Group A at the Copa with a 1-1-1 record, scoring just once.
Venezuela is currently 54th in FIFA’s world rankings, compared to Canada’s 48th, but has only lost once this year (2-1 to Italy in a friendly) and is undefeated at the Copa (3-0-0), having beaten Ecuador, Mexico and Jamaica.
The Canadians will be without regular starter Tajon Buchanan after the winger broke his tibia in Tuesday’s practice.
If the Canadians win, they will take on the winner of Argentina and Ecuador. The Argentinians defeated Canada 3-0 in the opening game of the group stage.
Here is a look at the times and dates for all four quarterfinal games.
All in Eastern Time
QUARTERFINALS
Thursday, July 4
Argentina vs. Ecuador at 9 p.m.
Friday, July 5
Venezuela vs. Canada at 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 6
Colombia vs. Panama at 6 p.m.
Uruguay vs. Brazil at 9 p.m.
The 2024 Copa America is heating up as the official announcement of the quarterfinal matchups has been revealed. The tournament, which features some of the best teams in South America, has been full of excitement and surprises so far.
In the quarterfinals, fans can expect to see some intense matchups as the top teams battle it out for a spot in the semi-finals. The matchups are as follows:
– Brazil vs. Argentina: This is perhaps the most highly anticipated matchup of the quarterfinals. Brazil, the defending champions, will face off against their long-time rivals Argentina in what is sure to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams have been in top form throughout the tournament and will be looking to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
– Uruguay vs. Colombia: Uruguay and Colombia will also face off in the quarterfinals in what promises to be a closely contested match. Both teams have a rich history in the Copa America and will be looking to continue their success in the tournament.
– Chile vs. Peru: Chile and Peru will meet in the quarterfinals in a match that could go either way. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance in the tournament and will be looking to advance to the next round.
– Paraguay vs. Ecuador: Paraguay and Ecuador round out the quarterfinal matchups in what is sure to be an exciting clash. Both teams have surprised many with their performances in the tournament and will be looking to continue their impressive run.
Overall, the quarterfinal matchups for the 2024 Copa America promise to deliver plenty of excitement and drama for fans. With some of the top teams in South America facing off against each other, there is sure to be plenty of action on the pitch. Fans can look forward to some thrilling matches as the tournament progresses towards crowning a new champion.