SOUTH AMERICA'S EUROS
Copa América is the oldest international football tournament in the world, first held in 1916. It brings together South America's 10 CONMEBOL nations plus invited guests to compete for continental supremacy.
For expats living in Latin America, Copa América is a continental event—every country cares, every bar shows the matches, and the atmosphere is electric.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Recent Format (varies by edition)
- 10 CONMEBOL nations + 2-6 invited teams
- Group stage (usually 3-4 groups)
- Top teams advance to knockout rounds
- Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Third-place playoff → Final
Note: Format changes frequently. Check specific tournament format when betting.
THE POWERS
Argentina (16 titles)
Most successful nation. Messi finally won in 2021. Always among favorites. Strong defense, talented attack.
Brazil (9 titles)
Perpetual contenders. Deep squad, European-based stars. Often dominant but sometimes upset in knockouts.
Uruguay (15 titles)
Historic power (most titles come from early 1900s). Still competitive. Never count them out.
Colombia
Won in 2001. Consistently competitive in recent editions. Good squad depth.
Chile
Back-to-back champions 2015-2016. Aging golden generation but still dangerous.
BETTING STRATEGIES
Favorites Often Win
Unlike World Cup, Copa América rarely produces shock winners. Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay win most editions. Value lies in individual matches, not outright betting.
Group Stage Draws
Group stage matches often produce draws. Teams play conservative football to ensure qualification. The X has value.
Knockout Intensity
Knockout rounds become tight, tactical affairs. Unders often hit. Extra time and penalties are common.
🎯 Match Betting vs Outright
Outright winner markets are dominated by Argentina and Brazil. Better value often exists in individual match betting, especially backing draws in group stages and unders in knockout rounds.
BETTING MARKETS
- Tournament winner: Outright champion
- Reach final: Either finalist
- Group winners: Each group's winner
- Top scorer: Golden Boot winner
- Match betting: 1X2, handicaps, totals per match
- To qualify: Knockout round markets
WHERE TO BET
Copa América is covered by all sportsbooks—it's a major international tournament:
- Betsson: Comprehensive coverage across Latin America
- bet365: Full markets, competitive odds
- Stake: Good tournament specials
- All local books: Everyone covers Copa América
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WATCHING COPA AMÉRICA
Copa América is widely broadcast:
- ESPN: Primary broadcaster across Latin America
- Local channels: Each country has domestic coverage
- Bars: Every bar shows Copa América matches
Games typically kick off evening local time—perfect for watching and live betting.