What Brazil needs to reach Copa America quarterfinals

06/28/2024 10:55 PM

Brazil beat Paraguay to finally kickstart their Copa America campaign in Las Vegas. The nine-time winners opened their tournament with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Costa Rica in Los Angeles on Monday. But they were far more themselves in their second game of Group D, Vinicius Junior scoring twice in a 4-1 win at Allegiant Stadium. Lucas Paqueta — who had earlier missed a penalty kick — and Savio also got on the scoresheet as Dorival Junior’s side eased to a first victory of the competition. Earlier on Friday in the same group, Colombia beat Costa Rica 3-0 to book their place in the...