James Rodriguez has been in sensational form in the 2024 Copa America, scoring once and providing five assists this far. The midfielder has also created 14 chances in the tournament, which is the most of any player.
His resurgence has been a delight to watch, and is surprising given his form at the club level for Sao Paulo. While he hasn’t been able to deliver for the Brazilian side, he has been a completely different player for the national team, as is evident by the numbers.
James Rodriguez’s top form could help them reach the Copa America 2024 finals
⚽ 1 goal
— B/R Football (@brfootball) July 7, 2024
🎁 5 assists
🌟 4/4 MOTM
James Rodriguez is balling out at Copa América 2024 💫 pic.twitter.com/1Uim2WWFg5
Colombia are in the semifinals of the Copa America, and face a huge challenge to make it to the finals in the form of a resurgent Uruguay. The Albiceleste eliminated Brazil on penalties in the quarter finals to secure a semifinal spot for themselves, while Colombia defeated Panama 5-0.
Rodriguez has struggled at the top level for many years now, but things finally seem to be clicking for the 32-year-old attacking midfielder.
Uruguay must find a way to neutralise the threat posed by the former Real Madrid midfielder if they are to have a chance at winning the game. And the duo of Fede Valverde and Manuel Ugarte will surely have an intense battle in the centre of the park, given their individual quality.
