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Copa América: Colombia Cruises Into Quarter-finals With Win Over Costa Rica
Colombia secured their spot in the Copa América quarter-finals with a convincing 3-0 victory over Costa Rica at State Farm Stadium.
The win marked their impressive tenth consecutive victory, showcasing their formidable form in the tournament.
The match kicked off with Colombia showing their intentions early on, with Luis Diaz narrowly missing a chance to take the lead within the first few minutes.
However, it wasn’t long before Diaz capitalized on a penalty opportunity, converting it successfully and putting Colombia in the lead.
Despite Costa Rica’s efforts to stay in the game, Colombia continued to press forward, with Davinson Sanchez extending their lead with a well-placed header off a corner from John Arias.
The third goal came shortly after, with James Rodriguez providing an impeccable pass for Jhon Cordoba to secure his first-ever competitive international goal.
Colombia’s performance was marked by their clinical finishing and also by their control of the game, allowing them to make strategic substitutions and give playing time to squad members who had yet to see action in the tournament.
With their quarter-final berth confirmed, Colombia’s focus now shifts to their final group game against Brazil, where they may opt to rest key players in preparation for the knockout stages.
On the other hand, Costa Rica faced a daunting challenge after the defeat, with their prospects of advancing to the next stage looking impossible.
With just one point in hand, they are in danger of an early exit from the Copa América, a disappointing outcome for a team with high aspirations.
