The month-long soccer extravaganza is about to kick off in the United States with the 2024 Copa America tournament. This highly competitive event is a star-studded showdown featuring the best players from each country’s national team. The tournament will kick off on Thursday, June 20 with a heated battle between Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Canada.
Several international stories will be in the spotlight at this tournament, including the United States’ struggles ahead of the tournament and Mexico’s adjustment to new faces on the national team.
Mexico is one of many teams raising questions about their national team’s final roster. Brazil legend Ronaldinho criticized the Copa America national team for leaving out Barcelona forward Rafinha, a decision that surprised many Brazilian fans.
The tournament is packed with a lot of excitement and drama, so here is all you need to know to watch the tournament action.
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When does the Copa America start?
The 2024 Copa America will feature 16 national teams and will begin on June 20 and conclude on July 14. Defending champions Argentina will open the tournament, facing Canada on Thursday, June 20.
How can I watch the 2024 Copa America?
The 2024 Copa America will be broadcast exclusively on Fox Networks, with matches streaming on FuboTV, TUDN and Sling TV.
How to watch: Watch the 2024 Copa America matches with a fuboTV subscription
2024 Copa America Group Stage
Group A |
Group B |
Group C |
Group D |
Argentina |
Mexico |
united states of america |
Brazil |
Peru |
Ecuador |
Uruguay |
Columbia |
Chile |
Venezuela |
Panama |
Paraguay |
Canada |
Jamaica |
Bolivia |
Costa Rica |
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