Vinicius Junior to Miss Copa America 2024 Quarter-Finals for Brazil
In a recent twist, Vinicius Jr will miss Brazil’s crucial Copa America 2024 quarter-final match. The Real Madrid Youngstar received his 2nd yellow card during Brazil’s final group-stage clash against Colombia, leading to an automatic suspension for the next game.
During the Colombia match, a 1-1 draw, Vinicius picked up a yellow card just 7 minutes in. This was his 2nd card of the tournament, following his first yellow card against Paraguay in the 2nd group-stage match, just ten minutes before the end. Under tournament rules, accumulating 2 yellow cards results in a one-match ban, making him unavailable for the quarter-finals.
Brazil finished 2nd in Group D with 5 points following the draw with Colombia. This sets them up for a tough quarter-final match against in-form Uruguay on Saturday.
Vinicius Junior’s absence will be a significant blow for Brazil’s team as they prepare for their knockout stage challenge.
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