The Copa America is one of the oldest soccer competitions in the world. It began in 1916 with all of the national teams from South America. Since the 1990s, national teams from North America and Asia have also been invited.
This year’s tournament includes 10 teams from the CONMEBOL (Confederación Sudamericana de Fútbol) and six teams from the CONCACAF (Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football).
CONMEBOL teams:
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
CONCACAF teams:
- Jamaica
- Mexico
- Panama
- U.S.
- Canada
- Costa Rica
FW Jonathan David: The Lille striker scored the team’s lone goal of the tournament so far and drawn nine fouls, tied for third-most in the tournament. Though he didn’t score against Chile, he led the squad by completing 88% of his passes.
DF Alphonso Davies: The Bayern Munich defender and captain has been a key player throughout the tournament for the Copa America debutants. If the squad makes it to the semifinals, Davies will be a huge part of it.
FW Salomón Rondón: Venezuela’s leading scorer and vice-captain has put on a show in this tournament. He’ll set the record for most appearances on the Venezuelan national team with Friday’s match. His experience and scoring will be key for Venezuela to win the race.
FW Eduard Bello: The midfielder’s scored twice in the tournament as well in a secondary scoring role to Rondón in his first Copa America appearance. He’ll also be a key part of the attack for La Vinotinto.
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