Peru too good for Colombia

Sao Paulo, June 21 Peru beat Colombia 2-1 to keep alive their chances of advancing to the knockout stage of Copa America. Sergio Pena opened the scoring for the Peruvians in the 17th minute on Sunday. Miguel Borja equalised from...

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Updated At : 01:30 PM Jun 22, 2021 IST

Sao Paulo, June 21

Peru beat Colombia 2-1 to keep alive their chances of advancing to the knockout stage of Copa America.

Sergio Pena opened the scoring for the Peruvians in the 17th minute on Sunday. Miguel Borja equalised from the spot in the 53rd but an own goal 11 minutes later by Colombian defender Yerry Mina decided the match at the Olimpico stadium in Goiania.

Peru are third in Group B with three points after two matches. Colombia remains with four points in second spot, but with only two games remaining. Brazil lead with six points. The top-four teams will qualify for the quarterfinals.

Earlier Sunday, Venezuela and Ecuador drew 2-2. Venezuela. — AP/PTI

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