Sixteen teams started at Copa America, now only eight remain. The usual suspects are here,
Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. But there are some surprising teams including two nations who
clash in one of the four quarterfinal matches.
Argentina vs Ecuador
Argentina had no problems in group play, three matches, three wins. So far, it's been Lautaro
Martínez doing most of the damage scoring four of Argentina’s five goals. Lionel Messi hasn’t
been much of a scoring factor and actually missed the final game as he rests from a hamstring
injury. Argentina should have no problem against Ecuador, as they hold a 24-11-5 advantage,
all-time vs Ecuador including a 1-0 win in a friendly, in June.
Ecuador started the tournament with a loss but wins vs Jamaica and a draw against Mexico was
enough to send them to the knockout stage. They’re four goals came against Venezuela (54),
Jamaica (55) but now face the number one team in the world.
Betting Odds
Argentina -238
Draw +332
Ecuador +770
Canada vs Venezuela
Canada made history reaching the knockout stage for the first time at Copa America. The
Canadians had chances against Argentina but couldn’t find the back of the net. Max Crepeau
has been the team’s best player making key saves in all three matches. The big question for
Canada will be goals, they’ve found the back of the net just once in this tournament, and have
been shutout in 4 of the last 5 games under new coach, Jesse Marsch.
Venezuela shocked many in the tournament winning all three matches including an upset over
Mexico. They weren’t one of the flashy South American teams but have shown they can’t be
overlooked. 34-year old Salomón Rondón is proving that age is just a number, scoring vs
Mexico. A veteran backline, which has allowed just one goal in the group stage.
Betting Odds
Canada +183
Draw +209
Venezuela +168
Odds to Win 2024 Copa America
Argentina +125
Brazil +285
Uruguay +500
Colombia +650
Venezuela +2500
Ecuador +2800
Canada +4000
Panama +10000