LiveScore Match Guide: France and Belgium Clash in Intense Encounter, Uruguay Faces USA for Third Straight Win

On the night of July 1st to the early morning of July 2nd, the UEFA Euro and Copa America continue. The UEFA Euro Round of 16 will feature two more matches, with France and Belgium battling for a spot in the next round, while Portugal takes on Slovenia. In the Copa America Group C, all matches will conclude, and in-form Uruguay will confront hosts USA.

July 2nd 0:00 France vs Belgium

Both teams had less than ideal performances in the group stage. France qualified as group runners-up with one win and two draws, scoring only two goals, both an own goal and a penalty from Mbappe, meaning they failed to score from open play. Belgium suffered a shocking opening loss to Slovakia, improved in their second match, but their four points and two goals saw them finish second in the group behind Romania due to goal difference. On paper, this promises to be a clash of titans, but based on their group stage showings, it might disappoint. Entering a do-or-die knockout phase and the “group of death,” can both teams, boasting star-studded attacks, rediscover their form and deliver a thrilling contest? We’ll all be watching.

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July 2nd 3:00 Portugal vs Slovenia

Portugal secured the group’s top spot after defeating the Czech Republic and Turkey in their first two matches. They lost to Georgia in the final game, albeit with significant squad rotation. For debutants Slovenia, three draws earned them third place and their first qualification for the knockout stage of a major tournament. Interestingly, the two teams have only faced each other once before, a friendly in March where Slovenia triumphed 2-0 over Portugal. This previous victory could provide a psychological boost for the underdog Slovenians.

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July 2nd 9:00 USA vs Uruguay

Uruguay is currently in top form, having won their first two matches and scored eight goals, topping the Copa America Round of 16 in goals per game. A draw would secure first place in the group for Uruguay, but they’ll undoubtedly aim to maintain their excellent form and secure a third consecutive win. The situation is less favorable for the hosts, USA. After an opening victory over Bolivia, a defeat to Panama turned their qualifying prospects around. Currently tied on points with Panama, they hold a slim lead in goal difference. Facing red-hot Uruguay, any misstep could end their tournament aspirations. Striker Dike’s suspension for violent conduct further complicates matters for the USA.

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July 2nd 9:00 Bolivia vs Panama

After two straight defeats and no goals scored, Bolivia sits at the bottom of the group with a seven-goal deficit, facing a theoretical chance of advancing. Panama, on the other hand, took control of their destiny by defeating the USA in their second match. Both Panama and the USA are on three points, with Panama trailing by two goals in goal difference. A win against last-placed Bolivia, coupled with a USA draw or loss against Uruguay, would see Panama advance. Even if the USA beats Uruguay, a convincing victory for Panama could still overturn the goal difference, securing their progression via that margin. Bolivia has now lost 13 consecutive Copa America group matches since 2015 and has failed to score in the group stage during that time. Scoring a single goal may be a more realistic target for them in this match.

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