More #VAR confusion. Initially, the referee gave a penalty to #Brazil and yellow card to Fabián Balbuena for a foul on Firmino.
— Joga Bonito (@Jasoninho10) June 28, 2019
But after a (far too long) VAR check, it changed to a red card for the #Paraguay defender and free kick just outside the box.#BRAxPAR #CopaAmerica pic.twitter.com/qO0hr5pNyv
Brazil have booked their spot in the semifinals of the 2019 Copa América, which they are hosting.
In their quarterfinal match, Brazil beat Paraguay in a penalty shootout.
The game had ended in a goalless draw, and the host nation defeated Paraguay 4-3 in the ensuing penalty shootout.
In the semifinals, Brazil will face the winner of the Venezuela vs. Argentina quarterfinal clash.
GABRIEL JESUS SCORES THE WINNING PENALTY!!!!
— Joga Bonito (@Jasoninho10) June 28, 2019
Massive relief for #Brazil, beating #Paraguay 4-3 on penalties to advance to the #CopaAmerica semifinals!#BRAxPAR pic.twitter.com/twIPqiWSiG
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