Columbia Beat Paraguay to Uphold position in Copa America 2019

Copa America 2019 Football tournament is one the prestigious sport. Yesterday, the match between Columbia and Paraguay was amazing. Columbia enjoyed 1-0 win over Paraguay in their Copa America campaign.

After winning this match, Columbia team fixed their place in the last eight as Group B winners and its all credit goes to Gustavo Cuellar in the 31st minute in the first half and jagged three wins from Copa America group stage.

Well, Carlos Queiroz’s team has already created their place in Group B after the last two games. Hence, the coach made 10 changes to the team to beat Qatar on Wednesday.

Midfielder Cuellar put Colombia in front with a shot from a tight angle and receiving the pass from Santiago Aria.

Luis Diaz struck in the second half, but the goal was rejected according to VAR. he also earned a penalty for Colombia late in injury time, but the referee ruled out after the VAR review.

The team captain Carlos explained his views about VAR in a press conference.

Later on, Paraguay has failed to beat Colombia.

Paraguay still has hope to enter in group B after seeking results with Japan Ecuador, which scheduled on Monday.

Paraguay team coach said, his team will do best and will secure their place in the tournament with good performances.

Now, Colombia will face the runners-up of Group C on Friday.

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