The second cycle of group-stage contests commenced on Tuesday in the Copa America with two games in Group A.
At Chicago:
Clint Dempsey had a hand in three goals, successfully converting a penalty kick in the ninth minute while assisting on scored from Jermaine Jones (37') and Bobby Wood (42') as the United States ran roughshod over Costa Rica 4-0. Graham Zusi capped off the Americans' scoring in the 87th minute. It was Team USA's most lopsided victory over the Ticos.
At Pasadena, California:
Carlos Bacca (12') and James Rodriguez (30') delivered the goals as Colombia became the first team to clinch a berth in the quarterfinal round following their 2-1 victory over ten-man Paraguay.
Group A Standings:
1. x-Colombia (GP: 2; GD: +3; PTS: 6)
2. United States (GP: 2; GD: +2; PTS: 3)
3. Paraguay (GP: 2; GD: -1; PTS: 1)
4. Costa Rica (GP: 2; GD: -4; PTS: 1)
x-Clinched berth in quarterfinal round
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