06:58  ,  July 3, 2024

Copa America: Rafinha's goal sends Brazil to quarterfinals

The group stage has ended at the Copa America football tournament being held in the US.

The nations in Group D played their third—and last—matches.

Brazil drew 1-1 with Colombia.

In the 12th minute, Brazil and Barcelona striker Rafinha opened the score of the match. And Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz's goal in the second minute of added time in the first half saved Colombia from defeat.

Colombia took first place, with 7 points, in Group D. Brazil finished second, with 5 points. These two nations will continue their campaign in the quarterfinals, where Brazil's opponents will be Uruguay, and Colombia will face Panama.

In the other match of Group D, Costa Rica defeated Paraguay 2-1 and took third place, with 4 points. Paraguay suffered three defeats.

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