The highly anticipated second semi-final of Copa America is set to kick off on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 1:00 AM UK time (5:30 AM IST) at the Bank of America Stadium.

Match Preview

Uruguay, aiming for their record-breaking 16th Copa America title and their first since 2011, faces a tough challenge against Colombia. The Uruguayans have been defensively solid, conceding just one goal in the tournament so far, highlighting their resilience at the back.

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Colombia, known for their attacking prowess, leads the tournament in goals scored with 11. Spearheaded by players like Jhon Cordoba, Luis Diaz, and Daniel Munoz, Colombia has been prolific in front of goal, scoring six goals in the group stage followed by five in the quarter-final.

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Head-to-Head and Recent Meetings

Historically, Uruguay and Colombia have been evenly matched, with three wins each in their last nine encounters since 2012. Their recent meetings include a draw in World Cup qualifying in 2020 and a dramatic Copa America quarter-final clash in 2021, which Colombia won on penalties after a goalless draw.

Players to Watch

Uruguay: José Giménez, who could make his 20th Copa America appearance, is crucial in defense.

Colombia: James Rodríguez, with five assists in the tournament and a goal in the last match, remains a key figure in Colombia’s midfield.

Form

Uruguay (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-W

Colombia (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

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Full squads

Uruguay

Franco Israel, Santiago Mele, Sergio Rochet, Guillermo Varela, José Giménez, Lucas Olaza, Mathías Olivera, Matías Viña, Nicolás Marichal, Ronald Araujo, Sebastián Cáceres, Brian Rodríguez, Emiliano Martínez, Facundo Pellistri, Federico Valverde, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Manuel Ugarte, Maximiliano Araújo, Nahitan Nández, Nicolás de la Cruz, Rodrigo Bentancur, Agustín Canobbio, Brian Ocampo, Cristian Olivera, Darwin Núñez, Luis Suárez.

Head coach: Marcelo Bielsa

Colombia

Álvaro Montero, Camilo Vargas, David Ospina, Carlos Cuesta, Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Deiver Machado, Jhon Lucumí, Johan Mojica, Santiago Arias, Yerry Mina, James Rodríguez, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias, Jorge Carrascal, Juan Fernando Quintero, Kevin Castaño, Mateus Uribe, Richard Ríos, Yáser Asprilla, Jhon Córdoba, Jhon Durán, Luis Díaz, Luis Sinisterra, Miguel Borja, Rafael Borré.

Head coach: Néstor Lorenzo