It's the most important football event in Latin America. And this time around, it's Argentina's turn to host and provide all those excitement and passion that the Copa America has duly done all the time. Follow us on Live Soccer TV as we provide you with a quick look and predictions of what might unfold during the group stages.
GROUP A
A group made up of Argentina, Colombia, Bolivia and Costa Rica doesn't sound too intriguing but indeed there's a lot to offer in Group A. The host nation will certainly head the lot as favorites to top the group while Bolivia do not have the talent to match the rest in the group- leaving them to battle for pride.
The interesting one will be the combat for second spot with Colombia and Costa Rica both looking to establish themselves. Costa Rica were invited to join after Japan pulled out last month due to the massive earthquakes that hit them.
The Costa Ricans will be eager to put on a good show after their disappointing Gold Cup campaign but a Colombia team brimming with firepower upfront in the form of Falcao, should not be exempted from any possible drama. All in all, this group should provide plenty of thrill.
1/7/11: Argentina vs Bolivia
2/7/11: Colombia vs Costa Rica
6/7/11: Argentina vs Colombia
7/7/11: Bolivia vs Costa Rica
10/7/11: Colombia vs Bolivia
11/7/11: Argentina vs Costa Rica
GROUP B
In Group B, Brazil are definitely carrying the 'favorites' tagline over their shoulders and much will be expected from Mano Menezes' improving Samba Boys. But once again, the interesting battle will be for second spot with Ecuador and Paraguay both aiming to make the knockout rounds. Antonio Valencia will be the main attraction in the Ecuador team while Roque Santa Cruz is expected to lead the line for the Paraguayans, who reached the quarter-finals of last year's World Cup. Venezuela meanwhile, can spring an upset but much of their chances will depend on how they fare against Brazil in the opening match.
3/7/11: Brazil vs Venezuela
3/7/11: Paraguay vs Ecuador
9/7/11: Brazil vs Paraguay
9/7/11: Venezuela vs Ecuador
13/7/11: Paraguay vs Venezuela
13/7/11: Brazil vs Ecuador
GROUP C
Every tournament provides a so called 'Group of Death' and Group C can certainly be regarded as one. Chile, Mexico and Uruguay will face-off against each other- creating a few mouth-watering prospects as well. The Uruguayans are being touted as possible favorites with Diego Forlan, Edison Cavani and Luiz Suarez all supplying ammunition up-front. The Chileans have been a joy to watch with their beautifully crafted footballing style and Humberto Suazo should be a threat up forward. Mexico will be bringing a youthful squad brimming with talent, looking to continue their good history in the Copa America. Peru should be regarded as negligible, being arguably the worst team in South America. Jefferson Farfan will be key for them though.
4/7/11: Uruguay vs Peru
4/7/11: Chile vs Mexico
8/7/11: Uruguay vs Chile
8/7/11: Peru vs Mexico
12/7/11: Chile vs Peru
12/7/11: Uruguay vs Mexico
