Colombia simply defeated Costa Rica of their second group match of the Copa América, extending their unbeaten streak to 25 matches and qualifying for the final 16 of the event.
Colombia began nicely and took the lead within the thirty first minute by way of Liverpool winger Diaz, who confidently transformed from the penalty spot after Costa Rica goalkeeper Patrick Sequera had fouled striker Jon Cordoba within the field.
Costa Rica pressed for an equaliser however left themselves open on the break and Colombia paid the value when Sanchez scored from a nook within the 59th minute earlier than Cordoba equalised three minutes later (62nd) after James Rodriguez had arrange a header.
Colombia tops its group with six factors after two matches, whereas Costa Rica and Brazil have one level every. Brazil play Paraguay in a while Friday.
The win was Colombia's tenth consecutive victory in all competitions and continued a powerful run of 20 wins and 5 attracts since March 2022, with their final defeat coming in a 1-0 loss to Argentina in February 2022.
Colombian gamers rejoice after taking a 3-0 lead towards Costa Rica on Friday.
Former Spurs defender Davinson Sanchez gave Colombia a 1-0 lead with a header within the 59th minute.
Colombia captain James RodrÃguez assisted on his crew's third and remaining purpose
Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo is but to see his aspect lose since taking on in 2022
Colombia maintained ball possession (66 %) in its first-ever 2-1 win over Paraguay, and did so once more towards Costa Rica in Phoenix, Arizona (62 %).
The gang additionally performed a giant function in Los Cafeteros' 3–0 win, with 27,386 pro-Colombian followers in attendance at State Farm Stadium.
Costa Rica have been the primary large shock of the event, taking part in a scoreless tie with nine-time Copa America champions Brazil regardless of being outshot 18–2.
Colombia will now look to check themselves towards one of the best crew once they face Brazil of their remaining match of Group D, though some gamers could also be rested because of the crew's qualification place.
Costa Rica will want a win towards Paraguay to maintain their hopes of reaching the Spherical of 16 alive.
