Uruguay Defeats Brazil in Copa America Penalty Shootout
Uruguay Survives Late Red Card to Advance
Highlights and Updates from the Copa America 2024 Match
Uruguay's national team emerged victorious over arch-rivals Brazil in a thrilling penalty shootout at the 2024 Copa America. The match witnessed late drama and intense moments, with Uruguay prevailing despite a red card.
Uruguay's Luis Suárez was sent off in the dying minutes of the game, leaving his team with 10 men. However, the Celeste held their nerve, withstanding Brazil's attacks and forcing the match into a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, both teams were perfect through the first four rounds. Gabriel Martinelli converted Brazil's penalty in the fourth round, tying the score at 2-2. However, Manuel Ugarte stepped up for Uruguay and calmly slotted home the winning goal in the fifth round.
Uruguay's victory was a stunning upset, as Brazil had been heavily favored to win the match. The Celeste's resilience and determination proved too much for the reigning Copa America champions.
The win sends Uruguay through to the semifinals of the tournament, where they will face Colombia. Brazil's disappointing performance marks their first exit from the Copa America at the quarterfinal stage since 2004.
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