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The 2024 Copa América culminates in a battle for bronze between semi-final losers Canada and Uruguay. Canada's journey to this stage marks a historic achievement for North America in this USA-hosted tournament. Manager Jesse Marsch's brave side fell to reigning champions Argentina, but their performance has exceeded expectations.

East Rutherford hosts the first of two exciting Copa América semi-finals, with world champions Argentina aiming for their third consecutive final appearance in major tournaments. After winning all three group games without conceding, including a 2-0 victory against Canada, their only defensive slip came in a 1-1 draw with Ecuador, leading to a penalty shootout.

Venezuela has advanced to the Copa América quarter-finals after winning all three matches in Group B, a first in their 18 tournament appearances. A victory against Canada, ranked six places above them, would see the Wine-Red reach the semi-finals for the first time since 2011.

Canada's debut Copa América campaign continues with promise as they face Chile in their final group stage match. The Canadians secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Peru in challenging conditions, showcasing their mental and physical resilience. Now, they head to humid Orlando for a crucial encounter with Chile, a team they haven't faced in over two decades.

Peru faces a crucial match against Canada in their second game of the Copa América after a disappointing goalless draw with Chile. The Bicolours, semi-finalists in the last two editions, find themselves in a must-win situation, especially with Argentina looming in their final group match.

Argentina (FIFA Rank: #1) enter the 2024 Copa América as reigning champions and World Cup holders, looking to extend their dominance on the international stage. Under Lionel Scaloni's leadership, the Albiceleste have been nearly unstoppable, losing just once in their last 45 matches (W33, D11) since July 2019. They come into this tournament opener on the back of seven straight unbeaten games in Copa América (W6, D1), showcasing their formidable form in continental competitions.