The group stages of the highly anticipated 2024 Copa America have come to an exciting conclusion, with eight teams securing their spots in the knockout stages of the tournament.
With 16 teams initially vying for victory in four competitive groups, only the top two teams from each group were able to advance to the next round.
This follows the completion of the group stage matches on Tuesday night, June 2.
Brazil was held to a 1-1 draw by Colombia, while Costa Rica had a 2-1 breakthrough against Paraguay.
Teams that qualify for the Copa America Quarterfinals
Reigning champions Argentina proved their strength and dominance once again, winning all three of their group-stage matches to claim the top spot in Group A.
Following closely behind them was Canada, who managed to edge out Chile for a place in the quarter-finals.
Over in Group B, Venezuela showcased their skills and determination, finishing at the top of the group standings.
Ecuador also put on a strong performance, securing their spot in the knockout stages as the second-place finisher. It was a surprising turn of events as Mexico, a strong contender, was eliminated from the competition.
In Group C, hosts USA suffered a shocking early exit from the tournament, while Uruguay claimed the top spot in the group.
Joining them in the quarter-finals is Panama, marking their first-ever advancement to this stage of the Copa America.
The competition in Group D was fierce, with Brazil and Colombia battling it out for the top spot.
In the end, it was Colombia who emerged victorious, securing their place in the knockout stages as group winners.
With these eight talented teams set to face off in the next round, the stage is set for some thrilling and intense matches in the quest for Copa America glory.
Copa America Quarter final fixture
The 2024 Copa America quarter-finals have been finalized, with four exciting matches set to take place over the weekend.
First up, reigning champions Argentina will face off against Ecuador on Friday, July 5 at 6:30 am. Both teams have shown strong performances in the tournament so far and are expected to put on a thrilling match.
On Saturday, July 6, Venezuela will take on Canada at 6:30 am. This match promises to be a close one, with both teams vying for a spot in the semi-finals.
Sunday, July 7 will see Colombia go head to head with Panama at 3:30 am. Colombia has been one of the standout teams in the tournament, but Panama will be looking to cause an upset and secure their spot in the next round.
Finally, Uruguay will face rivals Brazil on Saturday, July 7 at 6:30 am. This match is sure to be a highlight of the quarter-finals, with two footballing powerhouses going up against each other.
How to watch?
Fans can catch all the action live on Premier Sports in Ireland and the UK. You can live stream the action on the Premier Sports app or find the channel on Sky, NOW TV (Ireland) and Virgin Media (UK).
