The Colombian national team is regarding to play in the final of the 2024 Copa América, and we have many reasons to be excited regarding the title. Here we review some of the similarities between the 2001 Copa América and the current edition that fuel hopes of victory.
“Pedro el escamoso” is also part of the mystique that surrounds coincidences.
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The original trophy is back
For this year’s final, the original Copa America trophy will be awarded to the champion. The last time this happened was in 2001. In recent years, a replica of the trophy had been awarded, but the return of the original in 2024 brings an air of nostalgia and hope for Colombia.
Relentless scorers
In this Copa America, Colombia has scored more than 10 goals. The last time they achieved this feat was in 2001. Colombia’s offense has proven to be unstoppable, and fans will hope that this scoring momentum will carry them to the final victory.
Significant victories
Colombia beat Costa Rica 3-0 in this edition of the tournament, a scoreline not seen since 2001, when they defeated Peru by the same scoreline. These types of convincing victories are positive signs that the team is in its best form.
First effective times
During the group stage of this Copa America, Colombia managed to score at least one goal in every first half. This feat had not been repeated since 2001. Maintaining this consistency in the first 45 minutes has been crucial to the team’s success.
More coincidences in football
The elimination of key teams also brings back memories of 2001. On that occasion, Colombia eliminated Honduras, the team that had knocked Brazil out of the tournament. In 2024, Uruguay eliminated Brazil, and Colombia knocked out the Charrúas in the semi-finals. In addition, James Rodríguez has had a direct participation in 5 or more goals in this edition, something that only Víctor Hugo Aristizábal had achieved in 2001.
The return of ‘Pedro the Scaly’
A curious coincidence that has caught the attention of fans is the return of the popular soap opera ‘Pedro el escamoso’. In 2001, the first season of this successful series was released, and for 2024, a new season has been announced. This nostalgic detail adds a cultural touch to the atmosphere of hope that surrounds the national team.
With all these coincidences, Colombian fans have more than enough reasons to dream of winning the title. History seems to repeat itself, and the hope of becoming champions once more is more alive than ever.
Copa America 2024 Final
Colombia
Argentina
Coincidences
2024-07-14 21:41:27
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