The Group C of the 2024 Copa América consists of the teams from the United States, Uruguay, Panama, and Bolivia. With two Concacaf teams and two Conmebol teams, the group has emerged two favorites to advance to the next stage: the host team, which has been steadily improving and aims to perform well in the tournament, and Uruguay, which is in a process of renewal under the leadership of Marcelo Bielsa, looking to uphold its historical heavyweight status in the competition.
While it would be surprising if Bolivia or Panama manage to progress to the knockout stages and eliminate one of the favorites, upsets are a common occurrence in competitions like this. The outcome remains to be seen.
The United States is seeking its first title outside of Concacaf after an eight-year absence from the Copa América. The team, led by Gregg Berhalter and featuring Christian Pulisic, aims to surpass its fourth-place finish in 2016 and compete with the best teams from South America for the title.
Uruguay, tied with Argentina as the most successful team in Copa América history, wants to reclaim its status as the most successful team in the tournament. With players like Fede Valverde, Rodrigo Bentancur, Darwin Núñez, and the prolific Luis Suárez, Uruguay is determined to secure another title under Bielsa’s guidance.
Bolivia, known for its strong performances at home in high-altitude conditions, is looking to make a mark in the tournament held in the United States. Under the leadership of Antônio Carlos Zago, the team is aiming to reach the round of 16 with a squad of young players eager to revitalize the national team.
Panama, the underdog of Group C, is making its second appearance in the Copa América. Led by Thomas Christiansen, the team’s primary goal is to advance from the group stage after failing to do so in their debut in 2016. Aníbal Godoy, a seasoned player with nearly 140 international appearances, captains the team and provides leadership on the field.
As the tournament unfolds, it will be interesting to see how the teams in Group C perform and whether any surprises or upsets will occur along the way. Stay tuned for exciting matches and fierce competition as the Copa América progresses.