Monday, June 15, 2015

Copa America: Bolivia Dump Ecuador; Chile and Mexico Draw

Group-stage play in the Copa America continued on Monday in Chile as the second cycle of games commenced with two contests in Group A.

At Valparaiso:

Marcelo Martins Moreno scored the winning goal in the 43rd minute with his successful penalty kick as Bolivia knocked off Ecuador 3-2.

At Santiago:

Vicente Vuoso scored twice (21', 66') and Raul Jimenez once (29') to carry Mexico to a 3-3 draw with Chile.  Arturo Vidal scored twice (22', PK-55') and Eduardo Vargas once (42') for the hosts.

Group A Standings:
1. Chile (GP: 2; GD: +2; PTS: 4)
2. Bolivia (GP: 2; GD: +1; PTS: 4)
3. Mexico (GP: 2; GD: 0; PTS: 2)
4. Ecuador (GP: 2; GD: -3; PTS: 0)

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