Copa America 2016: Colombia vs. Costa Rica
Group D Fixture Ends in a 3-2 Victory for Colombia
Match Summary
In a thrilling Group D match of the 2016 Copa America, Colombia emerged victorious over Costa Rica with a score of 3-2. The match, played on June 11 at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, saw Colombia take the lead early on with a goal from James Rodriguez. Costa Rica fought back with a goal from Celso Borges, but Colombia regained the lead with a strike from Carlos Bacca. Costa Rica equalized once again through Bryan Ruiz, but Colombia sealed the victory with a goal from Edwin Cardona.
Colombia's victory was a crucial one, as it puts them in a strong position to advance to the knockout stage of the tournament. Costa Rica, on the other hand, will need to regroup and secure a positive result in their next match in order to have a chance of progressing.
The match was an entertaining one, with both teams playing attacking football and creating chances. Colombia were ultimately the more clinical team, and their victory was thoroughly deserved.
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