The Copa America quarterfinals saw contrasting fortunes for South American giants. Colombia continued their dominant run with a convincing 5-0 victory over Panama, while Uruguay edged out Brazil in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw.

Colombia’s Masterclass

James Rodriguez was the star of the show for Colombia, scoring a goal and assisting two more as they dismantled Panama.Jhon Cordoba opened the scoring with a header, followed by a penalty converted by Rodriguez after a foul on Jhon Arias.

Luis Diaz added a third before halftime with a delightful lob over the goalkeeper.

Colombia controlled the second half, adding two more goals. Richard Rios capitalized on cоnfusiоn in the Panama defense to score from distance.

Miguel Borja converted a late penalty to extend their unbeaten run to a staggering 27 matches. They now face Uruguay in the semifinals.

Uruguay’s Penalty Heroics

The other quarterfinal was a tense affair, ending 0-0 after regular time. Uruguay’s high pressing tactics stifled Brazil, who lacked the creativity of the suspended Vinicius Junior.The match also saw a red card for Uruguay’s Nahitan Nandez.

The penalty shootout saw drаmа unfold. Sergio Rochet saved Brazil’s first penalty from Eder Militão, while Douglas Luiz Һit the post for the Seleção.Uruguay’s Manuel Ugarte converted the winning penalty, sending them through to the semifinals for a clаsh against Colombia.