The Copa América 2024 semifinal between Uruguay and Colombia is currently underway at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The winner of this high-stakes match will advance to face Argentina in the final on July 14th at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.Both teams have demonstrated impressive form throughout the tournament. Colombia enters the match on a remarkable 27-game unbeaten streak, equaling a national record set between 1992 and 1994. They’ve been particularly potent in attack, scoring 11 goals while conceding only one in their group stage matches. Uruguay, under the guidance of coach Marcelo Bielsa, has also shown strength, winning all three of their group stage matches and scoring nine goals while conceding just one.Key players to watch include James Rodríguez for Colombia, who has been in exceptional form with five assists and a goal in the tournament so far. For Uruguay, despite some notable absences, players like Federico Valverde and Darwin Núñez are expected to play crucial roles.Uruguay is facing some challenges with their lineup due to injuries and suspensions. Ronald Araújo and Nahitan Nández are both unavailable for this crucial match. Colombia has made a single change to their lineup from their previous match, with Jefferson Lerma replacing the suspended Mateus Uribe in midfield.The history between these two teams adds another layer of intrigue to the match. They’ve met twice before in Copa América semifinals, with Uruguay winning in 1995 and Colombia advancing in 1975. Their most recent encounter in the 2021 Copa América saw Colombia emerge victorious in a penalty shootout.As the match unfolds, both teams will be fighting not only for a place in the final but also for the chance to deny Argentina a second consecutive Copa América title. The tight odds and similar statistics suggest a closely contested match, where small details could make the difference.
Key points
- Uruguay and Colombia are playing in the Copa América 2024 semifinal, with the winner to face Argentina in the final.
- Colombia enters the match on a 27-game unbeaten streak, while Uruguay won all their group stage matches.
- Key players include James Rodríguez for Colombia and Federico Valverde for Uruguay, though Uruguay is dealing with some notable absences.
- The match’s history and tight odds suggest a closely contested game.
