{"id":1496,"date":"2024-07-07T23:32:17","date_gmt":"2024-07-07T18:02:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoverstud.io\/?p=1496"},"modified":"2024-07-07T23:33:04","modified_gmt":"2024-07-07T18:03:04","slug":"copa-america-quarter-finals-uruguay-defeats-brazil-4-2-on-penalties-after-a-goalless-draw-at-allegiant-stadium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hoverstud.io\/copa-america-quarter-finals-uruguay-defeats-brazil-4-2-on-penalties-after-a-goalless-draw-at-allegiant-stadium\/","title":{"rendered":"Copa America Quarter-Finals: Uruguay Defeats Brazil 4-2 on Penalties After a Goalless Draw at Allegiant Stadium"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The quarter-finals of the Copa America between Uruguay and Brazil<\/strong><\/a> at the Allegiant Stadium were an intense match filled with tactical battles, heroic saves and dramatic penalty shootouts. Although both sides ended goalless in regular time, the game was anything but boring. Uruguay secured victory thanks to goalkeeper Sergio Lochte’s crucial save in the penalty shootout. Let’s take a closer look at the key moments, highlights and thrilling finale of this intense game.<\/p>\n\n\n

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First Half: Tactical play and missed opportunities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From the start, Uruguay showed their dominance with a staggering 73% possession and solid passing. However, their passing accuracy of 40% reflects the pressure exerted by Brazil’s defence. The Uruguayan forwards fought hard, taking 12 shots, but Brazil’s defense, led by \u00c9der Milit\u00e3o, held firm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the Brazilian team had only 60% ball possession, their passing accuracy was as high as 79%, showing their efficiency. Despite having fewer shots on goal (7), Brazil created multiple scoring chances, but they were thwarted by Uruguay’s defense and the excellent goalkeeping of Sergio Lochte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second Half: Defense and Tension<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The second half was similar to the first, with Uruguay maintaining possession but struggling to break through Brazil’s defence. Federico Valverde and Rodrigo Bentancur orchestrated Uruguay’s midfield, creating several chances but lacking the finishing touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brazil, on the other hand, relies on counterattacks. Gabriel Martinelli and Andreas Pereira made a couple of promising runs but shots went just wide of the target to keep the score at 0-0. The tension was palpable as the game approached penalties, with both sides fouled and receiving yellow cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extra time: The stalemate continues<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As the game entered overtime, both teams struggled to determine a winner, but to no avail. Uruguay’s Manuel Ugarte and Brazil’s Douglas Luiz showed off their defensive prowess, ensuring neither side could score. Anticipation grew as the game went into the decisive penalty shootout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Penalty shootout: Uruguay wins<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The penalty shootout was a dramatic game. Uruguay’s Federico Valverde, Rodrigo Bentancur, Giorgio de Alacaeta and Manuel Ugarte stepped up confidently and converted the penalty. However, Jose Jimenez’s error heightened the tension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brazil’s Eder Militao and Douglas Luiz failed to score, while Andreas Pereira and Gabriel Martinez converted penalties. The highlight was Sergio Lochte’s heroic save to deny Brazil a crucial goal and lead Uruguay to a 4-2 penalty shootout win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key moments and highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lochte’s heroics: Sergio Lochte’s superb save in the penalty shootout was crucial to Uruguay’s victory.
Defensive Masterclass: Both teams demonstrated solid defensive strategies, with Uruguay Ugarte and Brazilian Milit\u00e3o performing well.
Midfield battle: Valverde and Bentancur controlled the midfield and created countless opportunities for Uruguay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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