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In the Copa America, the second group stage matches of Group A and B were played. After them, it became clear that one team secured a place in the quarterfinals, while two teams no longer have a chance.
Group A:
Colombia - Bolivia 1 - 0
90' Edixon Perea
The first team to secure a place in the quarterfinals was the Colombian national team, who defeated Bolivia and secured their second victory out of two possible. The last-minute victory was snatched by Edixon Perea, who appeared on the field after a substitution.
Peru - Venezuela 3 - 1
33' Jefferson Farfan [1 - 0]
61' [2 - 0]
72' Santiago Acasiete [3 - 0]
74' Massimo Margiotta [3 - 1]
The host of the championship, Peru, also has a good chance of reaching the semifinals, as they defeated Venezuela not too difficultly. Two red cards were shown during this match - one to the Venezuelan Miguel Mea and the other to the Peruvian. It soon became clear that the latter's tournament ended due to injury.
After two defeats, Venezuela has not yet lost the chance to advance, but Bolivia and Peru will likely compete for the remaining spot in the semifinals. In the third match, Venezuela will play against Bolivia, and Peru against Colombia.
Standings:
1. Colombia 2 0 0 6 2-0
2. Peru 1 1 0 4 5-3
3. Bolivia 0 1 1 2-3
4. Venezuela 0 0 1-4
Group B:
Uruguay - Ecuador 2 - 1
61' [1 - 0]
72' Franklin Salas [1 - 1]
78' Carlos Bueno [2 - 1]
In the first half of the match, the defender Montero hit the crossbar, and in the second, Forlan scored the first goal. Although Salas managed to equalize the score, the Uruguayans were able to score and win within the last 12 minutes. Uruguay won their first official match since November, rising to the top of the group.
Argentina - Mexico 0 - 1
9' Ramon Morales
A great penalty by Morales at the beginning of the match resulted in an unexpected victory for Mexico. This significantly complicated the situation for Argentina, as they must now avoid defeat in their last match.
Ecuador will play against Mexico, while Uruguay will face Argentina. A draw is enough for both Argentine and Uruguayan teams to reach the quarterfinals.
Standings:
1. Uruguay 1 1 0 4 4-3
2. Mexico 1 1 0 4 3-2
3. Argentina 1 0 1 3 6-2
4. Ecuador 0 0 2 0 2-8
Today, in Group C, Brazil will play against Costa Rica and Paraguay will face Chile.
