Holders of the title, Brazil will try to defend their property at home, despite the reluctance of the Seleçao players. The latter had indeed opposed the running of the Copa America because of the very worrying health situation, with many positive cases of Covid-19.
Brazil’s Supreme Court gave the green light on Thursday. Six out of eleven judges voted to keep the tournament on Brazilian soil during an extraordinary session. The Auriverde will face Venezuela for their opening match on Sunday.
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