La Roja wants to win their first quarter-final match in the last four editions against Uruguay, a side that has made a habit out of eliminating the most recent Copa América hosts.

Chile's chances of winning their first ever Copa América title are growing by the minute. With a well placed squad, and with some of the top contenders not living their best moments in the competition, Chile seems to be a sure bet for fans and experts to play the final on July 4th. But first, Jorge Sampaoli's team will need to defeat Uruguay, a team that has never lost a quarter-final match in the South American tournament, but will be arriving to this game with their star striker Edinson Cavani inmersed in a family matter. Which will be the keys for Chile to defeat Uruguay and carry on with their Copa América title run? 

1. Arturo Vidal's need to make an impression

"King" Arturo's accident last week had fans raising a few eyebrows after coach Jorge Sampaoli decided to forgive him. Following his start against Bolivia, Vidal hasn't had any contact with the local press, staying focused on leading Chile to win the South American tournament. Vidal's contribution to La Roja's game will be crucial if they want their first trophy in the competition, and given that his performance under pressure is better, Vidal will surely try to prove wrong all those who opposed to his presence in the team after his DUI incident.

Vidal has scored three goals in three games for La Roja in this tournament.

2. Chile's attack is the best in the 2015 Copa América

Sampaoli's attacking style, based on the ball's possession, has certainly given his team an aggresive look when facing other sides, and given Uruguay's current performance in the tournament, it is almost a matter of time for the Chileans to score against Los Charrúas. Furthermore, their latest performance against Bolivia, who shares a similar playing style with Tabarez's team, indicates that Chile's striking force might have an impact on what will turn out later today.

3. Uruguay's lack of creativity

The Uruguayans had been deemed as one of the favorites to win the tournament, but their performance so far has been rather disappointing. Having scored only twice in the group stage (both goals via set pieces), Los Charrúas have not been able to substitute Luis Suarez's contribution up front, leaving Edinson Cavani all alone to deal with their opponent's defenders. Chile has become used to facing these type of teams, and only Mexico could damage them thanks to thei quick and physical striker Matias Vuoso. If Chile can stop the Uruguayans from creating danger via set pieces, their chances of making the semis will increase.

Medel's contribution in defense will be key to hold Uruguay's strikers.

4. Alexis Sanchez's all-around game

Coach Jorge Sampaoli has given Alexis Sánchez the freedom to roam wherever he likes with La Roja. Whether it's near one of the wings, as a center foward, or maybe helping the midfield's creation duties, Alexis recently stated that he was desperate to score in the tournament, and following his goal against Bolivia, Arsenal's best signing this season has left any doubts behind him, making him ready to contribute even more to his side's game. With either Eduardo Vargas or Charles Aranguiz helping him up front, Alexis will surely be one of the most threatening players for Uruguay in their quarter-final meeting.

Sanchez had one of his best seasons as a professional, something he will try to crown with the title for Chile.

5. Home field advantage

Although Uruguay has been able to defeat the most recent hosts in the South American tournament, the Chileans have increased their bond with the fans by giving them the most spectacular performances of this Copa América edition. Fans have been given their money's worth when attending their National Team's matches, and particularly, their two most recent games have shown that the Chilean fans can uplift their team when they need them the most. The game against Mexico proved that no matter how hard the opponent hits them, the crowd will always be there for La Roja, and their game against Bolivia also showed Sampaoli's team has the power and the balance needed to defeat the most complicated rival. Chile's time to win the Cup has come, will they be able to honor those who bet on them before the tournament started?