Uruguay Eliminate Brazil From 2024 Copa America
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By Sedara Philip
Two South American powerhouses met one another at Allegiant Stadium, where Uruguay prevailed over Brazil on penalties after a 0-0 draw.
It was a cagey affair right from the first whistle and as these two rivals tussled during the first 45 minutes, tempers flared.
Barcelona teammates turned opponents Ronald Araujo and Raphinha got in each other’s faces after the defender bundled over 17-year-old Endrick, who started in place of the suspended Vinicius Junior.
The teenager missed a chance to open the scoring before Darwin Nunez fell short at the other end. But there were more fouls than true chances in the first half.
Just before the break, Araujo was forced off with a hamstring injury, and things were equally cagey in the second half.
Endrick couldn’t get true shots off while Liverpool’s star was unable to make a difference. Long-range strikes from Fede Valverde kept Alisson on his toes, but he couldn’t find the net.
Uruguay’s situation then worsened with 15 minutes to go. Nahitan Nández made a dangerous challenge on Rodrygo and collided studs up on the Brazilian’s ankle. After being shown yellow, VAR deemed it deserved a red card.
Even with the advantage Brazil couldn’t capitalize and missed two of their penalties as Uruguay moved on. They will now face Colombia in the semi-finals.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
