Copa América

America Cup 2020

The America Cup, the oldest national team tournament in the world, brings together the best teams in South America in a vibrant celebration of soccer. During this prestigious event, countries compete for continental glory in a spectacle full of passion and talent.

Partidos a jugar en la America Cup 2020

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      • 13/06/2020 Postponed
        Australia Australia national team 0
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        0 Uruguay national team Uruguay
      • 14/06/2020 Postponed
        Perú Perú national team 0
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        0 Qatar national team Qatar
      • 17/06/2020 Postponed
        Paraguay Paraguay national team 0
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        0 Australia national team Australia
      • 18/06/2020 Postponed
        Ecuador Ecuador national team 0
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        0 Qatar national team Qatar
      • 22/06/2020 Postponed
        Australia Australia national team 0
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        0 Bolivia national team Bolivia
      • 23/06/2020 Postponed
        Brasil Brasil national team 0
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        0 Qatar national team Qatar
      • 26/06/2020 Postponed
        Australia Australia national team 0
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        0 Argentina national team Argentina
      • 28/06/2020 Postponed
        Qatar Qatar national team 0
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        0 Venezuela national team Venezuela
      • 30/06/2020 Postponed
        Chile Chile national team 0
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        0 Australia national team Australia
      • 01/07/2020 Postponed
        Qatar Qatar national team 0
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        0 Colombia national team Colombia

Groups resulting from the draw

The draw of the teams that make up the different groups in the Copa América football follows a carefully designed procedure to ensure an equitable and exciting distribution of the teams. Here are the general steps of the process:

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1. Confirmation of Participants

The list of participating teams is confirmed. The Copa América usually includes 10 teams from CONMEBOL (South American Football Confederation) and sometimes invited teams from other confederations.

2. Seed Selection

The seeded teams are designated. Usually, the host country and other top-ranked teams in FIFA are selected as seeds to lead each group.

3. Definition of Pots

Teams are divided into pots (groups) based on their position in the FIFA ranking, their performance in previous tournaments or specific CONMEBOL criteria. The top seeds are placed in a separate pot.

4. Drawing Process

  • Seeds: The seeds are drawn and assigned to each group.
  • Remaining Teams: The remaining teams are drawn from their respective pots. Each team is placed in a different group to ensure competitive balance.

5. Rules and Restrictions

Rules are established for the draw. For example, teams from the same confederation cannot be in the same group if there are invited teams. There may also be restrictions to prevent teams from the same country from being in the same group (in the case of invited teams).

6. Public Draw

The drawing takes place at a public event, usually live-streamed, to ensure transparency. Representatives of the participating teams and CONMEBOL officials are usually present.

7. Group Confirmation

After the draw, the composition of the groups is confirmed and the match schedule is published.

The goal of this process is to ensure a fair and balanced draw, increasing the excitement and unpredictability of the tournament.

Soccer stadiums for the America Cup 2020

In the America Cup, football is played in some of the most impressive and emblematic stadiums of the host country. These stadiums not only provide a platform for athletes to showcase their skills, but also reflect the country's rich sporting and architectural culture. Each location has been meticulously selected to offer an unforgettable experience to players and fans.

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Regulations in the America Cup

The America Cup follows specific regulations established by CONMEBOL to ensure a fair and competitive tournament. Below are some of the key aspects of this regulation:

1. Tournament Format

The America Cup is usually played with 10 CONMEBOL teams, divided into groups for the initial phase. Sometimes, teams from other confederations are invited to complete the field of participants. Teams are divided into groups, and the best teams advance to the knockout stages.

2. Group stage

Teams are divided into groups and play in a round-robin format. The best teams in each group, usually the top two, advance to the quarterfinals along with the best third-place teams.

3. Elimination Phases

Starting in the quarterfinals, the teams play direct elimination matches. In the event of a tie, extra time is taken and, if necessary, a penalty shootout to determine the winner.

4. Rules of the game

Standard FIFA rules apply, including the duration of matches, the number of substitutions allowed, and disciplinary sanctions. During the tournament, the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) is used to assist in making important decisions.

5. Player Eligibility

Only players officially registered by their respective federations can participate. Each team submits a final list of players before the start of the tournament, with a limited number of changes allowed in case of injuries.

6. Tie Break Criteria

In the group stage, if two or more teams have the same number of points, various tie-breaking criteria are used, such as goal difference, the number of goals scored and the result of head-to-head matches.

7. Fair Play

The conduct of teams and players is closely monitored. Yellow and red cards can affect the classification and are accumulated throughout the tournament.

These regulations guarantee that the Copa América is played in an orderly, competitive and fair manner, promoting sportsmanship and football excellence.

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