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One of the beautiful things about soccer in the Americas is the mix of players who suit up at the international level. Peru will once again trust 40-year-old Paolo Guerrero at the upcoming Copa América, while Chile will turn to 41-year-old goalkeeper Claudio Bravo. Meanwhile, future stars like 17-year-old Kendry Páez of Ecuador and 19-year-old Valentín Carboni of Argentina will also showcase their talents in the major international tournament.
Between the extremes, there are plenty of players in their primes who will dazzle at the Copa América this summer. While Lionel Messi, Vinícius Júnior, and Luis Díaz are familiar names, here are 10 players who should star – if not shine as brightly as the Ballon d’Or contenders – in the US during the tournament.
Tyler Adams of the United States is set to play a crucial role in the midfield, tasked with setting the tone and protecting the backline. Salomón Rondón of Venezuela, fresh off a strong season with CF Pachuca, will look to rediscover his goal-scoring touch. Brazil’s Endrick, the 17-year-old prodigy, will make his senior international debut, aiming to spark the Seleção’s campaign.
Elsewhere, Ismaël Koné of Canada, Manfred Ugalde of Costa Rica, Igor Lichnovsky of Chile, Nicolás de la Cruz of Uruguay, Piero Hincapié of Ecuador, Giovani Lo Celso of Argentina, and Jhon Arias of Colombia are all players to watch out for during the tournament.
As the Copa América approaches, football fans around the world eagerly anticipate the clash of talents and the emergence of new stars on the international stage. The tournament promises to be a showcase of the Americas’ footballing prowess, with a mix of experienced veterans and promising youngsters vying for glory.
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