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Copa America quarter-finals preview: Argentina and Brazil going for the trophy
The Copa America group stages have ended, and we now know our line-up for the knockout rounds. This is where things get incredibly interesting. One poor game, and it’s all over. It’s all about the result. Ahead of the quarter-finals, here are our predictions for the last eight ties. Peru vs Paraguay Can Peru get past Paraguay? Peru surpassed expectations in the group stages. Aside from one 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Brazil, they enjoyed a strong showing, finishing in second place. Paraguay also gave a good account of themselves in their group. They managed to pull off a surprise win against Chile and suffered narrow defeats to Argentina and Uruguay. They finished in third place. It’s a difficult one to call. Both sides have fairly similar records, scoring five in their four group outing...
Copa America: Ecuador ends Brazil’s winning run, qualify for quarterfinals
Brazil’s ten-game winning run came to an end after Ecuador earned a 1-1 draw in the final Copa America group game in Goiania. Coach Tite made ten changes from the midweek win over Colombia as Neymar, Casemiro, Thiago Silva and Richarlison were rested. The reigning champions had already booked their spot in the next round as group winners and Venezuela’s defeat to Peru, means Ecuador join Brazil in the final eight. And it was nearly the perfect start for Brazil as Renan Lodi broke clear down the left and looked to be bundled over inside the box within the opening minute. The referee and VAR disagreed. Brighton’s Moises Caicedo was then stretchered off on 17 minutes with a knee injury in a blow to Ecuador, with Angel Mena coming on. Then Ecuador skipper Enner Valencia came close to scoring t...
Venezuela vs Peru – Copa America 2021 Preview, Head To Head, Players to Watch & Predicted Line-ups
Venezuela’s hopes of advancing to the Copa America 2021 knockout stage are on the line as they take on Peru at the Estadio Nacional de Brasília on Sunday. The Venezuelans can find some courage in their recent Copa America appearances as they have progressed into the quarter-finals in four of their last five attempts. Meanwhile, the Peruvians are on the cusp of reaching the knock-outs for the tenth Copa America finals in a row. Venezuela Preview Despite going winless in their opening three group stage games (D2, L1), Venezuela can still qualify for the quarter-finals if they better Ecuador’s result against Brazil. Despite heading into the tournament as underdogs following a Covid-19 outbreak within the squad, La Vinotinto must be enjoying their chances of making it out of the group phase. B...
Late goal gives Brazil controversial win over Colombia in Copa America
Brazil continued their winning romp through the Copa America on Wednesday, eking out a controversial 2-1 victory against Colombia after struggling most of the match to answer a magnificent bicycle-kick goal by Luis Diaz. The 11th-hour win gave the “Selecao” a perfect nine points from three matches in the South American championships, and extended their current winning streak to 11 matches. However, the victory was steeped in controversy: Brazil’s second-half equalizer, a Roberto Firmino header, was preceded by a Neymar pass that glanced off Argentine referee Nestor Pitana. Colombia heatedly argued afterward that play should have been stopped, but Pitana ruled neither side was hindered and allowed the match to continue. Disgruntled Colombia fans on social media turned the referee’s name int...
Ecuador vs Peru – Copa America 2021 Preview, Head To Head, Players to Watch & Predicted Line-ups
Ecuador’s hopes of reaching the Copa America 2021 knock-outs are on the line as they meet Peru at the Estadio Olimpico Pedro Ludovico. CONMEBOL’s second-lowest FIFA ranked nation dropped the lead twice against Venezuela to enter this round winless in their opening two Copa America matches. Meanwhile, the Peruvians are very much in contention for a knock-out finish after putting together a spectacular display against Colombia last time out. Ecuador Preview Ecuador’s Copa America 2021 campaign has started with a whimper rather than a bang. After failing to win their opening two Group B fixtures (D1, L1), the Ecuadorians stare at the prospect of exiting the tournament in the group stage for the second time in a row. La Tri will have to improve their recent Copa America record if they want to ...
Copa America: Venezuela and Ecuador entertain, Peru defeat Colombia
Group B in Copa America continued last night, with two more exciting games. Venezuela and Ecuador faced each other, with both sides looking for their first win of the tournament. Meanwhile, Peru came up against Colombia, hoping to recover after their 4-0 defeat against Brazil in their opener. Here is how it all went. Venezuela 2-2 Ecuador Ronald Hernandez celebrates his late equaliser Both sides remained winless after the game following an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos. Ecuador went into half time ahead, having taken the lead through Ayrton Preciado’s scrappy opener. But they were pegged back early in the second half when Edson Castillo headed in an equaliser. Ecuador retook the lead with 20 minutes remaining after Gonzalo Plata tapped in following a fine solo...
Tottenham and Everton defenders hold key to Copa America clash
Colombia and Peru return to action at the Copa America 2021 as they meet each other at the Estadio Olimpico Pedro Ludovico on Monday. Both teams will be looking to trouble the scoreboard after drawing a blank in Thursday’s Copa America doubleheader, as the Colombians enter this round unbeaten in their last five group stage matches at the tournament (W4, D1). Meanwhile, seeking their tenth consecutive qualification for the Copa America knock-outs, the Peruvians will be desperate to halt their bleak form against Colombia. Colombia Preview The Colombians have accrued a win and a draw from their opening two Copa America 2021 fixtures, with each match featuring under 1.5 total goals. Heading into this meeting, Los Cafeteros are unbeaten in their last four international games (W2, D2), a sequenc...
10 most (seemingly) dangerous things we’ve done
Seven years after we quit our jobs to travel around the world, we revisit some of the riskiest things we’ve done on the road Peter and I have a long-running joke that I have fallen off my bike in the most beautiful places in the world – among them Bora Bora in French Polynesia and Isabela in the Galápagos. I only learnt to ride at the age of 28 and my lack of experience has led to numerous falls. What’s interesting is that no one ever calls me ‘brave’ or ‘daring’ for riding a bicycle or indeed a horse even though statistically (and in personal experience), these activities are some of the most dangerous I’ve done. Instead, it’s things like skydiving and bungy jumping that impress others most. Below, I share 10 seemingly dangerous things we’ve done – some of which posed a real risk, b...
Copa America 2021 squads: A complete list of all 10 Copa America squads
You will find all Copa America 2021 squads below. Copa America 2021 kicks off on Sunday, June 13, 2021, with the final taking place on Saturday, July 10, 2021. Ten teams will be taking part in the tournament, with each team allowed 23 players by CONMEBOL for this year. Although the two AFC representatives Australia and Qatar were due to play as the guest nations, the calendar schedule forced the countries to withdraw from the competition. Suggested Article: Copa America 2021: Schedule, Odds & Live Streaming Copa America 2021 Groups & Teams Group A (South Zone): Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay. Group B (North Zone): Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela. Here are all the latest Copa America 2021 squads, as announced by each national team: Argentina C...
30 most beautiful mountains in the world
The most beautiful mountains in the world have captivated climbers for centuries. Here, we examine their lethal appeal “You are not in the mountains. The mountains are in you,” said John Muir, the renowned naturalist, author and environmental philosopher. If our resident seven-summit hopeful is anything to go by, Muir makes a valid point. Those who spend time in the mountains seem to be driven by a deeper force. These brave men and women will face vertiginous vertical falls, sub-zero temperatures and 8,000m death zones in pursuit of their summit dreams. It’s in ode to them that we present this list. Most beautiful mountains in the world 1. Cuernos del Paine Height: 2,600m (8,530ft) Location: Andes, Chile Emperorcosar/Shutterstock The stunning Cuernos del Paine Los Cuernos del Paine or ‘Pai...
Peru’s president resigns after protests against his rule
Peru’s President Manuel Merino resigned on Sunday, just five days after taking office, sparking wild street celebrations in the capital Lima after protests against his rule. The post Peru’s president resigns after protests against his rule appeared first on TODAY. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Barcelona boss explains decision to rest Lionel Messi for Real Betis win
Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman has confirmed he opted to leave Lionel Messi on the bench for their 5-2 La Liga win over Real Betis as a precaution. Messi started as a substitute at the Camp Nou after reports of a minor injury picked up in the 2-1 midweek Champions League win over Dynamo Kyiv. Koeman brought the Argentinian international on as a second half substitute against Manuel Pellegrini’s side with the 33-year old playing a vital role in their first win for a month. Messi’s dummy created a perfect chance for Antoine Griezmann to make it 2-1 to the hosts before he netted twice himself in the final half hour. “Since yesterday we talked and he had some discomfort from the game against Dynamo Kyiv,” Koeman told a post game interview with Marca. “We decided it was best to leave him on the b...
