Uruguay will face Colombia in the Copa América semi-finals, and Uruguayan coach Bielsa is wary of Colombia’s offensive talent, but he also emphasized that Uruguay will impose their game and take control of the match.
15-time Copa América champions Uruguay eliminated nine-time champions Brazil in the quarter-finals after a penalty shootout, and they will face a tough test against a high-flying Colombia in the semi-finals. Colombia cruised past Panama 5-0 in the quarter-finals, extending their unbeaten run across all competitions to 27 games. Colombia’s core James Rodríguez has shone again, and his driving force has helped Colombia score 11 goals in this Copa América.
Bielsa praised Colombia’s offensive prowess and said his team needs to defend well to reach the Copa América final for the first time since 2011. Bielsa said: “We have to start from defense, looking for opportunities to score. You always ask me if I have a Plan B? The truth is I don’t, we just have to give our best. Colombia’s strength is their attack, so we need to start with a good defense.”
This will be the third time Uruguay and Colombia have met in the Copa América semi-finals, and Bielsa is a little worried about the threat posed by his opponents. Bielsa said: “Colombia is a strong opponent, they are in great form lately, and the players and coaches have a very deep understanding. The game against Brazil was the toughest competition, and the same goes for Colombia, because they are a team with strong players, a mature tactical system, a great team working base, and a very consistent playing style.”
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