Targets from Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma gave Colombia its first victory within the Copa América by beating Paraguay 2-1, which scored with a purpose from Julio Enciso in a Group D match on the NRG stadium in Houston.
The espresso consultant confirmed his finest model within the first half. After a number of makes an attempt, together with a lob move from James Rodríguez, Muñoz jumped alone and linked with a powerful header to beat goalkeeper Rodrigo Morínigo within the thirty second minute.
Within the midst of Albirroja’s lack of defensive management, Lerma took benefit of one other cross from James, a former Actual Madrid determine, and completed within the air to make it 2-0 earlier than the top of the primary half (42). The benefit made us overlook at occasions the departure of middle again Jhon Lucumí, who was changed by Yerrey Mina after struggling an harm.
Already within the complement, Paraguay scored with a header from Julio Enciso that left Atlas goalkeeper Camilo Vargas (69) with out a likelihood.
On the following date of Group D, Colombia will face Costa Rica in Phoenix, Arizona, whereas the Paraguayans will face Brazil at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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– 2024-06-25 07:32:50
