Edinson Cavani’s penalty sealed an easy 1-0 win for Uruguay against neighbours Paraguay at the Copa America on Monday, setting up a quarterfinal tie against Colombia.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Edinson Cavani scored the solitary goal in Uruguay’s 1-0 win over Paraguay
- Uruguay will face Colombia in the Copa America quarterfinal
- Brazil will face Chile, while Argentina will lock horns with Ecuador
Striker Edinson Cavani scored from the penalty spot in the 21st minute as Uruguay beat Paraguay 1-0 on Monday to finish second in Group A. Uruguay will face Colombia in the quarterfinals.
Despite the narrow scoreline it was a dominant performance from Uruguay, who had the vast majority of chances but struggled to break down Paraguay’s stubborn defence.
Uruguay were also lacking a bit of quality in front of goal and had to rely on Cavani’s 21st minute spot kick for the win.
The best early chances fell to Giorgian de Arrascaeta, before Nahitan Nández was bundled over in the box for an 21st minute penalty, dispatched by Cavani.
The Manchester United striker made way for Luis Suarez in the 68th minute, but the Atlético Madrid forward was also frustrated in front of goal.
With a narrow lead, Uruguay conceded a late free kick near their goal that gave Paraguay hope of a late draw but the effort came to nothing.
In the quarterfinals on Friday, Brazil and Chile will meet at the Nilton Santos stadium and Paraguay will take on Peru at the Olimpico Stadium in Goiania. The winners of those matches will meet in the semifinals.
On Saturday, Argentina will meet Ecuador in Goiania and Uruguay and Colombia will face off at the Mane Garrincha Stadium in Brasilia. The winners of those matches will play off for a spot in the final.
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