Almiron stars as Paraguay defeat Chile 2-0 in Copa America

Updated: May 17, 2023, 05:06 am

Paraguay players celebrate after scoring a goal against Chile at the Copa America.
Paraguay players celebrate after scoring a goal against Chile at the Copa America.
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Miguel Almiron got a goal and an assist as Paraguay beat Chile 2-0 in the Copa America on Thursday and confirmed their place in the last eight.

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The result ensures that with one round of group games still to play, Paraguay qualify from Group A along with Chile, Argentina and Uruguay. Bolivia, who lost 2-0 to Uruguay earlier on Thursday, are eliminated.

Braian Samudio gave Paraguay the lead after 33 minutes after heading in a corner from Almiron, who then completed the scoring with a penalty 13 minutes into the second half.