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Khaleej Times
8 hours ago
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- Khaleej Times
Colombia edge Argentina in shootout to reach Women's Copa America final
Colombia booked their spot in the Women's Copa America final on Monday after edging Argentina 5-4 in a nail-biting penalty shootout following a goalless semifinal. Goalkeeper Katherine Tapia saved Paulina Gramaglia's spot-kick to give Colombia the advantage but Mayra Ramirez then hit the crossbar to rekindle Argentina's hopes. Wendy Bonilla put away Colombia's sixth kick to pile the pressure on Eliana Stabile, who struck the bar to send Argentina crashing out. "We are finalists and we qualified for the Olympics in Los Angeles, that was our objective. We are prepared for the final," Tapia said after the match. Argentina started brightly with Florencia Bonsegundo and Yamila Rodriguez testing the Colombian defence, but keeper Tapia proved equal to the task with a string of crucial saves. Colombia gradually found their rhythm despite first-half injuries to players on both sides that disrupted the flow of play. Ramirez, Leicy Santos and Linda Caicedo created opportunities but failed to find the breakthrough. Colombia increased the pressure after halftime and came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Valerin Loboa's close-range effort looked destined for the net, only for Argentina goalkeeper Solana Pereyra to produce a brilliant save. The match marked the first use of VAR in the tournament, the technology available only from the knockout stages, when the referee reviewed an incident in the penalty area involving Sophia Braun and Manuela Pavi in stoppage time before ruling it was not a penalty.
New Straits Times
a day ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Colombia edge Argentina in shootout to reach Women's Copa America final
QUITO: Colombia booked their spot in the Women's Copa America final on Monday after edging Argentina 5-4 in a nail-biting penalty shootout following a goalless semi-final. Goalkeeper Katherine Tapia saved Paulina Gramaglia's spot-kick to give Colombia the advantage but Mayra Ramirez then hit the crossbar to rekindle Argentina's hopes. Wendy Bonilla put away Colombia's sixth kick to pile the pressure on Eliana Stabile, who struck the bar to send Argentina crashing out. "We are finalists and we qualified for the Olympics in Los Angeles, that was our objective. We are prepared for the final," Tapia said after the match. Argentina started brightly with Florencia Bonsegundo and Yamila Rodriguez testing the Colombian defence, but keeper Tapia proved equal to the task with a string of crucial saves. Colombia gradually found their rhythm despite first-half injuries to players on both sides that disrupted the flow of play. Ramirez, Leicy Santos and Linda Caicedo created opportunities but failed to find the breakthrough. Colombia increased the pressure after halftime and came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Valerin Loboa's close-range effort looked destined for the net, only for Argentina goalkeeper Solana Pereyra to produce a brilliant save. The match marked the first use of VAR in the tournament, the technology available only from the knockout stages, when the referee reviewed an incident in the penalty area involving Sophia Braun and Manuela Pavi in stoppage time before ruling it was not a penalty. Colombia will face either Brazil or Uruguay, who meet in Tuesday's second semi-final (Reporting by Angelica Medina in Mexico City; Editing by Peter Rutherford )
Straits Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Colombia edge Argentina in shootout to reach Women's Copa America final
Find out what's new on ST website and app. QUITO - Colombia booked their spot in the Women's Copa America final on Monday after edging Argentina 5-4 in a nail-biting penalty shootout following a goalless semi-final. Goalkeeper Katherine Tapia saved Paulina Gramaglia's spot-kick to give Colombia the advantage but Mayra Ramirez then hit the crossbar to rekindle Argentina's hopes. Wendy Bonilla put away Colombia's sixth kick to pile the pressure on Eliana Stabile, who struck the bar to send Argentina crashing out. "We are finalists and we qualified for the Olympics in Los Angeles, that was our objective. We are prepared for the final," Tapia said after the match. Argentina started brightly with Florencia Bonsegundo and Yamila Rodriguez testing the Colombian defence, but keeper Tapia proved equal to the task with a string of crucial saves. Colombia gradually found their rhythm despite first-half injuries to players on both sides that disrupted the flow of play. Ramirez, Leicy Santos and Linda Caicedo created opportunities but failed to find the breakthrough. Colombia increased the pressure after halftime and came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Valerin Loboa's close-range effort looked destined for the net, only for Argentina goalkeeper Solana Pereyra to produce a brilliant save. The match marked the first use of VAR in the tournament, the technology available only from the knockout stages, when the referee reviewed an incident in the penalty area involving Sophia Braun and Manuela Pavi in stoppage time before ruling it was not a penalty. Colombia will face either Brazil or Uruguay, who meet in Tuesday's second semi-final REUTERS
The Star
a day ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Colombia edge Argentina in shootout to reach Women's Copa America final
Soccer Football - Women's Copa America - Semi Final - Argentina v Colombia - Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, Quito, Ecuador - July 28, 2025 Colombia's Wendy Bonilla celebrates winning the penalty shootout and the match REUTERS/Cristina Vega TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY QUITO (Reuters) -Colombia booked their spot in the Women's Copa America final on Monday after edging Argentina 5-4 in a nail-biting penalty shootout following a goalless semi-final. Goalkeeper Katherine Tapiasaved Paulina Gramaglia's spot-kick to give Colombia the advantage but Mayra Ramirez then hit the crossbar to rekindle Argentina's hopes. Wendy Bonilla put away Colombia's sixth kick to pile the pressure on Eliana Stabile, who struck the bar to send Argentina crashing out. "We are finalists and we qualified for the Olympics in Los Angeles, that was our objective. We are prepared for the final," Tapia said after the match. Argentina started brightly with Florencia Bonsegundo and Yamila Rodriguez testing the Colombian defence, but keeper Tapia proved equal to the task with a string of crucial saves. Colombia gradually found their rhythm despite first-half injuries to players on both sides that disrupted the flow of play. Ramirez, Leicy Santos and Linda Caicedo created opportunities but failed to find the breakthrough. Colombia increased the pressure after halftime and came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Valerin Loboa's close-range effort looked destined for the net, only for Argentina goalkeeper Solana Pereyra to produce a brilliant save. The match marked the first use of VAR in the tournament, the technology available only from the knockout stages, when the referee reviewed an incident in the penalty area involving Sophia Braun and Manuela Pavi in stoppage time before ruling it was not a penalty. Colombia will face either Brazil or Uruguay, who meet in Tuesday's second semi-final (Reporting by Angelica Medina in Mexico City; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
NDTV
18-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Argentina Paves Way For Return Of Visiting Fans After 12-Year Ban Tried To Curb Stadium Violence
A ban on away fans in Argentina's local leagues — a restriction that failed to end stadium violence — will gradually be lifted under a plan announced Thursday by the country's soccer federation. The 12-year ban will be lifted in a test run when Lanús hosts Rosario Central in the second matchday of the top-flight Clausura tournament, Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia said at a press conference. 'It's a day that marks a before and after in our league,' Tapia said. 'It's the kind of soccer (with visitors) we all grew accustomed to since we were kids. We have to get back to that path. Clubs that are in a position to host visiting fans can do so.' The federation banned visiting fans in the first-division tournament in 2013 after two incidents: the death of a Lanús fan when police tried to break up a clash with Estudiantes supporters; and the death of two Boca Juniors fans in a shootout between rival factions. The ban was imposed first in the province of Buenos Aires, and the rest of the districts followed. While the measure sought to end stadium violence, it fell short, as more deaths subsequently occurred for disputes among the so-called 'barrabravas.' The AFA announced that 6,500 fans of Rosario Central, a team from that city located 300 kilometers north of Buenos Aires, will be able to occupy the Lanús away section under a strict security protocol, which includes designated tickets so that fans attending are properly identified. 'The idea isn't to go back to what we had before because the visitors were kicked out for a reason,' Buenos Aires security minister Javier Alonso said. 'We have to eradicate the culture of violence. It's sad to see 10-year-olds singing about drugs or that someone needs to be killed. It has to be a family celebration, with flags and drums.' For the time being, the measure will apply only to the province of Buenos Aires, although Tapia said that other provinces are willing to join the initiative. The plan has raised questions. Sectors of the opposition to the Buenos Aires government warned that police officers cannot be assigned to guard visiting fans to the detriment of citizens concerned about a growing wave of insecurity. The restriction on visiting fans only applied to professional league matches and other divisions in Argentina. They are allowed in international tournaments such as the Copa Libertadores and the Copa Sudamericana. 'This is what football fans and society want. Many matches have been organized with two sets of fans, and that's why we decided to announce the start of the return of visiting fans,' Tapia said.
