In a thrilling 2024 Copa América semifinal showdown, the Uruguay National Football Team faced off against the Colombia National Football Team in a match filled with tense moments and high stakes. Both teams came into the game determined to secure their spot in the final, but it was Colombia that managed to emerge victorious, clinching a narrow 1-0 win at the death.
The match was intense from the outset, with both teams battling for control and creating chances. The pivotal moment came in the 39th minute, when Jefferson Lerma found the back of the net, giving Colombia the crucial advantage. As the first half drew to a close, Colombia’s Daniel Muñoz received a yellow card in stoppage time (45’+1′), marking the end of a physical and fast-paced half.
Uruguay fought valiantly in the second half, trying to level the score, but they were met with strong resistance from the Colombian defence. Tensions heightened further as the match progressed, and Uruguay’s Guillermo Varela picked up a yellow card in the dying moments (90’+8′), symbolising their frustrations as time ran out.
Despite Uruguay’s efforts, they couldn’t break through Colombia’s well-organised defence, and the match ended 1-0 in favour of Colombia. This hard-fought win secured Colombia’s place in the 2024 Copa América final, while Uruguay’s journey came to an end at the semifinal stage.
It was a match marked by Colombia’s resilience and ability to withstand pressure, showcasing their determination to claim the coveted Copa América title.
Uruguay National Football Team vs Colombia National Football Team Timeline
Uruguay Lineup
| No | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sergio Rochet |
| 2 | José María Giménez |
| 16 | Mathías Olivera |
| 10 | Giorgian de Arrascaeta |
| 3 | Sebastián Cáceres |
| 5 | Manuel Ugarte |
| 15 | Federico Valverde |
| 20 | Maximiliano Araújo |
| 11 | Facundo Pellistri |
| 25 | Cristian Olivera |
| 19 | Darwin Núñez |
| 7 | Nicolás de la Cruz |
| 14 | Agustín Canobbio |
| 6 | Rodrigo Bentancur |
| 13 | Gullermo Varela |
| 9 | Luis Suárez |
Substitutes
| No | Name |
|---|---|
| 22 | Nicolás Marichal |
| 24 | Lucas Olaza |
| 4 | Ronald Araújo |
| 23 | Santiago Mele |
| 17 | Matías Viña |
| 21 | Emiliano Martínez |
| 26 | Brian Ocampo |
| 12 | Franco Israel |
| 18 | Brian Rodríguez |
Colombia Lineup (4-2-3-1)
| No | Name |
|---|---|
| 12 | Camilo Vargas |
| 2 | Carlos Cuesta |
| 23 | Davinson Sánchez |
| 17 | Johan Mojica |
| 21 | Daniel Muñoz |
| 10 | James Rodríguez |
| 5 | Kevin Castaño |
| 16 | Jefferson Lerma |
| 6 | Richard Ríos |
| 15 | Mateus Uribe |
| 24 | Jhon Córdoba |
| 7 | Luis Díaz |
| 11 | Jhon Arias |
Substitutes
| No | Name |
|---|---|
| 14 | Jhon Durán |
| 1 | David Ospina |
| 3 | Jhon Lucumí |
| 8 | Jorge Carrascal |
| 9 | Miguel Borja |
| 25 | Álvaro Montero |
| 19 | Rafael Borré |
| 26 | Deiver Machado |
| 20 | Juan Fernando Quintero |
| 22 | Yáser Asprilla |
