The CONMEBOL Copa América™ 2024 is set to conclude with a thrilling third-place match between Canada and Uruguay. While Argentina and Colombia battle for the championship title, Canada and Uruguay will clash to determine who secures the coveted third spot on the podium. This exciting encounter will take place on July 13th at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, marking the end of their impressive Copa América™ campaigns led by coaches Jesse Marsch (Canada) and Marcelo Bielsa (Uruguay).
For Canada, this match presents an opportunity to make history. In their debut Copa América™ appearance, they have already surpassed expectations by reaching the semi-finals. Now, they aim to emulate Honduras’s remarkable third-place finish in 2001, striving to become only the second invited team to achieve such a high rank in the competition. Canada’s journey to this stage included navigating a challenging Group A, overcoming Peru, Chile, and Argentina, and then triumphing over Venezuela in a penalty shootout in the quarterfinals. Despite falling short against reigning champions Argentina in the semi-finals, the Canadian team has showcased their prowess and now stands ready to compete for a bronze medal.
Uruguay, a team with a rich footballing history, also enters this third-place contest with significant momentum. Under the guidance of Marcelo Bielsa, La Celeste displayed dominant form throughout the tournament, winning all their group stage matches against Panama, Bolivia, and the United States. Their quarterfinal victory over Brazil on penalties further solidified their status as strong contenders. Although a narrow defeat to Colombia in the semi-finals dashed their hopes for the championship final, Uruguay remains determined to conclude their Copa América™ journey with a victory and a third-place finish. Historically, when considering CONCACAF teams in Copa América, it’s interesting to note the past results of matches like Mexico Vs Uruguay 2024 (hypothetically, if they had played) or other encounters involving Mexico and Uruguay, which often highlight the competitive nature of CONMEBOL-CONCACAF clashes.
Broadcast Details: Where to Watch Canada vs Uruguay
Fans eager to witness this third-place battle can tune in to the following channels:
- Canada: RDS, TSN, TSN+
- Uruguay: DirecTV, TV Ciudad
- USA: FS1, TUDN, Univision
For viewers seeking a unique perspective, the match will also be broadcast on History channel in both Canada and Uruguay. The game is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 p.m. local time and Ottawa time (Canada), and 9:00 p.m. Montevideo time (Uruguay).
Canada and Uruguay have never crossed paths in the CONMEBOL Copa América™, adding an element of novelty to this third-place encounter.
Key Statistical Insights
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Uruguay vs CONCACAF Teams: Historically, Uruguay has a favorable record against CONCACAF nations in the CONMEBOL Copa América™, with 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses. However, their recent knockout stage matches against CONCACAF opponents tell a different story. La Celeste has not won any of their last three elimination games against these rivals, including a loss to Mexico in the 2007 third-place match. This historical context is crucial when assessing their upcoming game, especially if we consider hypothetical matchups like Mexico vs Uruguay 2024 in a similar tournament setting.
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Uruguay’s Third-Place Match History: Uruguay has participated in the Copa América™ third-place match on three occasions, each time with a different outcome: a victory against Colombia in 2004, a draw against Honduras in 2001 (followed by a penalty shootout loss), and a defeat to Mexico in 2007. Their 2004 triumph represents Uruguay’s second-best performance in the Copa in the 21st century, only surpassed by their championship win in 2011.
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Canada’s Potential Milestone: Canada has the opportunity to become the third CONCACAF country to achieve a positive result in a Copa América™ third-place match. Mexico has a strong record with three wins in third-place matches (1997, 1999, and 2007), and Honduras secured a draw and subsequent penalty shootout win in 2001. Should Canada achieve a victory or draw and win on penalties, they would equal Honduras’s 2001 performance as the second-best campaign by a non-CONMEBOL nation in their Copa América™ debut, only surpassed by Mexico’s runner-up finish in 1993.
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CONCACAF Host Advantage: In the two CONMEBOL Copa América™ editions hosted by a CONCACAF country, a team from the host confederation has always featured in the third-place match. In 2016, when the USA hosted, the USMNT played in the third-place match against Colombia and lost. Now in 2024, with the tournament partially hosted in the USA, Canada carries the CONCACAF flag in this third-place game.
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Offensive Stats: Uruguay leads the semifinalist teams in shots per match in the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024, averaging 14.6 shots. Canada, on the other hand, has the lowest average among the four semifinalists with 9.8 shots per match. Interestingly, both teams exhibit similar shot accuracy, with Uruguay at 32.9% and Canada at 32.7%.
Alt text: Jesse Marsch, coach of Canada, and Marcelo Bielsa, coach of Uruguay, strategizing for their Copa América™ 2024 third-place match, highlighting the tactical battle between two renowned managers.
Source: OPTA
Predicted Starting Lineups
Canada: Crepeau; Davies, Cornelius, Bombito, Johnston; Osorio, Eustaquio; Shaffelburg, David, Laryea; Larin
Uruguay: Rochet; Cáceres, Giménez, Olivera, Viña; Valverde, Ugarte; Pellistri, De Arrascaeta, Araujo; Núñez
Alt text: A visual comparison of the Canada national team crest, featuring a maple leaf, and the Uruguay national team crest, showcasing a sun and stripes, symbolizing the nations competing in the Copa América™ 2024 third-place game.
Match Officials
- Referee: Alexis Herrera (VEN)
- Assistant Referees: Lubin Torrealba and Alberto Ponte (VEN)
- Fourth Official: Gery Vargas (BOL)
- VAR: Derlis López (PAR)
Match Details
Match: Canada vs Uruguay (Third Place Match)
Competition: CONMEBOL Copa América™ 2024
Date and Time: July 13, 2024, 8:00 p.m. local time and Ottawa time (Canada), 9:00 p.m. Montevideo time (Uruguay)
Stadium: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina (USA)
This third-place match promises to be a captivating contest between two teams eager to conclude their Copa América™ campaigns on a high note. Both Canada and Uruguay have demonstrated their quality and resilience throughout the tournament, setting the stage for an exciting finale in Charlotte.
