Uruguay defeated Bolivia, and the group of death is full of suspense!
On June 28, Beijing time, the second round of the group stage of the Copa America ushered in a matchup without suspense: Uruguay played against Bolivia. The difference in strength between the two teams is obvious, and Uruguay won easily with a score of 5-0 to win two consecutive group stage victories. However, despite the excellent performance of the Uruguayan team, the qualification situation of this group is still confusing and full of suspense.
Uruguay were determined to win and opened the game with a wild attack
Uruguay are clearly aiming to win this game. As soon as the game began, the Uruguayan team launched a wild attack. Nunez headed in the first minute, and although the ball went wide of the post, it set the tone for Uruguay's attack. The Uruguayan fans didn't have to wait long, and in the eighth minute, Araujo, who plays for Barcelona, competed for a header in the box and finally headed the ball in front of goal, Pellistri slapped it on and dived to give Uruguay a 1-0 lead.
Nunez was thrilled to open the scoring, and Bielsa cheered
I don't know if it was stimulated by Pellistri's goal, and Nunez quickly responded. In the 21st minute, he received a through ball from his teammates, calmly volleyed in front of the goalkeeper, and the ball went into the net in response, and the score became 2-0. Seeing Nunez's goal, Uruguay coach Bielsa on the sidelines stood up and cheered excitedly, he obviously didn't expect Nunez to score so quickly. After all, Nunez has always wasted a few chances before scoring goals, and now scoring so quickly is that even Bielsa is not used to it.
Uruguay relaxed in the second half and Pellistri missed a good chance
After taking a 2-0 lead, Uruguay seemed to relax a bit. They continued to waste chances in the second half, and in the 72nd minute, Pellisteri missed a must-score with a kick against most of the empty goal. The Uruguayan fans covered their faces and sighed, it was unbelievable that such an opportunity could be missed.
In the final stages, Uruguay scored in succession to seal the win
However, the Uruguayan team quickly adjusted, and in the 77th minute, Araujo, who played in the Mexican league, scored with a one-handed push to extend the score to 3-0. After that, the Uruguayan team continued to play a wonderful combination, Valverde and Bentancur scored goals successively, and the final score was fixed at 5-0. The victory not only gave Uruguay two straight wins in the group stage, but also put them in a good position to qualify.
The situation in the group stage is complicated and full of suspense
As of now, the first two rounds of Group C have all ended. Previously, the U.S. team was beaten 1-2 by the Panamanian team, which was a big upset. In the current group standings, Uruguay is first with six points, the United States and Panama are second and third respectively, and Bolivia is bottom with 0 points. However, the situation of this group is extremely complex and full of suspense.
Although Uruguay have won both games, they are yet to qualify. The Bolivian team, although they lost both games and finished at the bottom with 0 points, they were not eliminated. In the final round, if Uruguay loses to the United States and Panama wins Bolivia, then there will be three teams in this group with the same points, and the ranking will be determined by the goal difference of the three teams. In other words, the six-point team in this group could be eliminated at any time.
The Bolivian team still has a chance, and the final round will decide the fate
As for the Bolivian team, although they are now 0 points, if they can beat Panama and Uruguay beat the United States in the last round, then the United States, Panama and Bolivia will have three points, and it will also depend on goal difference to determine their ranking. I have to say that this group is indeed a veritable "group of death", the life of each team.
Luck will come in the final round
Speaking of the "Group of Death", we have to mention the wonder of Group C of the America's Cup. In the eyes of many fans, the Uruguayan team is undoubtedly the strongest in the group, but even so, they cannot be taken lightly. After all, anything can happen on the football pitch, and an unexpected defeat could make their path to qualification extremely difficult.
Player story: Nunez's persistence
Nunez's performance in particular deserves a special note. The young striker has been highly anticipated since his debut, but his career has had its fair share of ups and downs. In this game, his calm volleys and quick reflexes showed the qualities of his top striker. Seeing his celebration after scoring a goal, it seems that you can feel the relief and joy in his heart. Nunez's story teaches us that perseverance and hard work pay off.
Bielsa's mood swings
Uruguay coach Bielsa was also dramatic on the sidelines. The veteran's coaching style has always been known for its passion and meticulousness. After seeing the team score, his excitement was palpable, as if he was a loving father who had witnessed the growth of his children. And when the team wasted chances, his anxiety and disappointment were also visible. Bielsa's mood swings not only reflected the tension of the game, but also showed his deep affection for the team.
The unknowns of the group stage
In this group, the standings and qualifying situation are full of unknowns. Although the U.S. team lost to Panama, they still have a chance to make it through the final round. Panama, on the other hand, retained their hopes of qualifying with a victory over the United States. Bolivia, on the other hand, have lost both games, but if they beat Panama in the final round, they could also qualify on goal difference.
Bolivia's last stand
The Bolivian players are clearly reluctant to give up. They knew that the final round would be a do-or-die battle for them. Against the Panama team, they will need to go all out and fight for a victory. The result of the match between Uruguay and the United States will also directly affect the fate of the Bolivian team. This situation makes one wonder what the final round of matches will bring.
What the fans are looking forward to
For fans, the game in this group is undoubtedly the most suspenseful and interesting. The fate of each team hangs in the balance, and every game can change the ranking of the entire group. While the fans are enjoying the game, they are also sweating for the team they support. This kind of tension and anticipation is the charm of football games.
The group stage of the Copa America is about to usher in the final round of competition. Which teams from Uruguay, the United States, Panama and Bolivia will advance to the quarter-finals? It's all about to be revealed. The variables on the football pitch are hard to predict. But what is certain is that regardless of the outcome, this group match will go on to be a classic battle in the history of the Copa America. Who will have the last laugh in the end? Let's wait and see.