The group stage of the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024 is already behind us, and now it’s time to enjoy the most exciting part of the tournament with the knockout stage matches.
A frequently asked question at this stage has to do with the tiebreaker criteria in case of a tie in regular time. What happens if a match finished level after 90 minutes?
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In the Copa América 2024 quarterfinals and semifinals, matches that end in a draw will be decided by penalties. Therefore, there will be no extra time.
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Only in the final extra time will come into play, with two 15-minute periods. If the tie persists after those additional 30 minutes, the winner will be decided by a penalty shootout.
Therefore, if Brazil and Uruguay draw in Las Vegas (Saturday, July 6), the spot in the semifinals will be decided directly by penalties, without going through extra time.
