Venezuela’s national football team achieved a historic milestone by advancing to the Copa América quarterfinals after a nail-biting 1-0 victory over Mexico. The crucial match, which took place at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles, saw Salomón Rondón, the Venezuelan striker, score the winning goal from the penalty spot in the 57th minute. The penalty was awarded after Julián Quiñones was fouled in the area, and Rondón’s successful conversion put Venezuela in a commanding position in Group B .Rafael Romo, Venezuela’s goalkeeper, emerged as another hero of the match, saving a crucial penalty kick from Mexico’s Orbelín Pineda in the 85th minute, preserving the lead and securing the win for his team. This victory not only propels Venezuela to the quarterfinals but also ends a 13-game winless streak against Mexico. Venezuela now leads Group B with six points, followed by Ecuador and Mexico, both tied with three points, while Jamaica has been eliminated from the tournament after two rounds.Mexico, which had dominated the first half but failed to capitalize on their chances, now finds itself in a precarious position. They must win their final group match against Ecuador to advance to the next round of the tournament. The upcoming match is set to be a decisive one, as Ecuador can secure their spot with a draw, making it a high-stakes encounter for both teams. Venezuela, on the other hand, will face Jamaica in their final group stage match, aiming to maintain their winning streak and finish first in the group.
Key points
- Venezuela defeats Mexico 1-0 in Copa América, securing their quarterfinals spot with a goal by Salomón Rondón from a penalty.
- Goalkeeper Rafael Romo’s penalty save was pivotal in maintaining Venezuela’s lead.
- Mexico must win against Ecuador to advance, while Venezuela aims to top Group B in their final match against Jamaica.
Contradictions👾There is a discrepancy in the timing of the penalty kick.
Some sources report that the penalty kick was scored in the 57th minute, while others mention the 54th minute, and one source claims it occurred in the 59th minute.
👾The reporting on Mexico’s performance varies, with some sources claiming Mexico dominated the game, while others describe Venezuela’s control, especially in the second half.
