Disappointing start for defending champions Brazil in Copa America 2024
In a goalless first half, both teams struggled to break the deadlock.
KATHAMNDU: Brazil, the reigning champions, began their Copa America 2024 campaign with a disappointing start as they settled for a 1-1 draw against Costa Rica at the Los Angeles-based Sofai Stadium.
In a goalless first half, both teams struggled to break the deadlock.
Despite Brazil’s unilateral attacks, they failed to convert any chances into goals. Even though Brazil’s attempt by Marcinho hit the post, the referee, with the assistance of VAR, disallowed the goal.
Brazil continued to press forward in the second half, but their efforts were thwarted, forcing them to share points with Costa Rica.
Prior to this match, in another Group D fixture, Colombia defeated Paraguay 2-1.
With this victory, Colombia secured three points, while Brazil and Costa Rica both have one point each.
Paraguay remains at the bottom of the group without any points.
