Uruguay took a giant leap towards the Copa America knockout rounds with a dominant 5-0 victory over Bolivia.
Nunez Shines Again
- Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez continued his scoring streak, netting his seventh consecutive goal for Uruguay.
- This dominance extends his scoring run to 10 goals in his last seven international appearances.
Early Lead, Commanding Performance
- Manchester United’s Facundo Pellistri opened the scoring with a header in the 8th minute.
- Nunez quickly doubled the lead, showcasing his hot form.
- Maximiliano Araujo, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Federico Valverde all added goals to solidify the win.
Bielsa Cautious Despite Dominant Display
- Manager Marcelo Bielsa, while pleased with the win, remains cautious about Uruguay’s potential.
- He emphasized the need for continued improvement despite the team’s individual talent.
- Uruguay, currently ranked 14th in the world, is chasing a record-extending 16th Copa America title (currently tied with Argentina at 15 wins).
Group Stage Nearing Completion
- Uruguay faces the United States in their final Group C match on July 2nd.
- A draw would guarantee them the top spot in the group.
