Colombia continues to leave an indelible mark on the Copa America, where it showed strength and quality that impressed fans and critics alike. With a resounding 3-0 victory over Costa Rica, the team secured its early qualification to the quarterfinals.
The team, led by Néstor Lorenzo, demonstrated a great ability to break down the Costa Rican defensive scheme thanks to the clever moves of Jhon Córdoba, who took Rafael Santos Borré’s place in the starting lineup. Córdoba’s influence on the field was crucial, given that it was a penalty committed on him that ultimately opened the scoring and put Colombia on the path to victory.
Luis Díaz, Davinson Sánchez and Jhon Córdoba himself scored the goals that sealed the victory. Beyond the result, what really stood out is the team’s growing level of confidence. La Tricolor handles favoritism masterfully, without the weight of expectations affecting it negatively. Another notable aspect is the team’s unbeaten streak, which now totals 25 games without knowing defeat. There are only two games left to equal the historic record of Francisco’s team. Pacho Maturana.
The performance of previously questioned players, such as Davinson Sánchez, was exceptional. Sánchez established himself as the team’s best defender, since he showed great level in each of the matches. James Rodríguez also made a notable resurgence, providing assists and leadership, reminiscent of the legendary player who led Colombia to great heights in past tournaments.
This resurgence infected other midfield players, such as Richard Ríos and Jhon Arias, who significantly raised their level of play. For his part, Luis Díaz continues to be a fundamental piece with his ability to unbalance, allowing the team to retain possession and maintain control of the game.
The victory also generated a wave of memes and comments on social media. Users took advantage of the win to share their joy and creativity, flooding the platforms with humorous images and messages of support for the team. From allusions to the goals to jokes about the players, the memes quickly went viral, adding a touch of humor and camaraderie to the celebration.
Richard Ríos is a sensation not only for his game, but for his physical attributes.
Luis Díaz was also the protagonist of the memes.
The official account of the Colombian national team also joined the rain of memes, referring to the film Intensely and the new emotion of “Illusion”
Users also took with grace the few arrivals of the rival team to the Colombian goal and in turn, the little work that goalkeeper Camilo Vargas had.
What makes the difference in this team is its offensive mentality and its resilience. It is not intimidated when the rival opts for a physical and contact game, a strength attributed to Néstor Lorenzo’s strategy. With the classification in the pocket, the next confrontation against Brazil on Tuesday, July 2 at 8:00 pm represents a new opportunity to demonstrate their ability and beat the five-time world champions.
The path to the final of the Copa América looks increasingly clear for Colombia. With a combination of players in excellent form, an effective strategy and the unconditional support of their fans, the team is well positioned to continue advancing and reach new heights in the tournament. The next matches will be crucial, and the hope of the entire fan base is on the Tricolor to continue its unstoppable march towards glory.
Now, all eyes are on the next challenge. Colombia faces the possibility of playing either the United States or Panama in the quarterfinals. To overcome any of these rivals, the team needs to maintain its defensive solidity, take advantage of scoring opportunities and maintain team cohesion.
