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Peru beats Colombia 2-1 to keep hopes alive at Copa America

Peru beat Colombia 2-1 to keep alive its chances of advancing to the knockout stage of Copa America. Sergio Pea opened the scoring for the Peruvians in the 17th minute on Sunday. Miguel Borja equalised from the spot in the 53rd but an own goal 11 minutes later by Colombian defender Yerry Mina decided the match at the Olimpico stadium in Goiania. Peru is in third position in Group B with three points after two matches. Colombia remains with four points in second spot, but with only two games remaining. Leader Brazil has six points. The top four teams will qualify for the quarterfinals. "This gives us a lot of hope in what is to come at this Copa America," Peru defender Renato Tapia said. "We are in a good position, but we have to keep rowing to go farther." Peru lost 4-0 to Brazil in its tournament opener, which raised doubts about coach Ricardo Gareca's team. The 2019 Copa America finalists are also struggling in South American World Cup qualifiers. Only weeks ago it lost 3-0 to .

Copa America: Colombia, Brazil off to winning start in tournament

Colombia and hosts Brazil kicked off their Copa America campaign with a win in Group B.While Brazil thrashed Venezuela 3-0, Colombia defeated Ecuador 1-0 in a tight encounter.Marquinhos, Gabriel Barbosa, and a Neymar penalty helped Brazil take all three points against a spirited Venezuelan side.On the other hand, both Colombia and Ecuador came out looking to impose themselves on the game but neither was able to take control or play with their usual style. The first half was filled with plenty of even sparring but very few clear chances or openings.Edwin Cardona scored the only goal of the match in the 42nd minute. In the second half, Colombia allowed Ecuador to take control of possession and looked to defend their advantage.Colombia will now lock horns with Venezuela while Brazil will face Peru on Thursday.

Human rights ombudsman says 58 killed in Colombia anti-govt protests

Fifty-eight people have been killed during anti-government protests that began in Colombia five weeks ago and have also led to roadblocks and clashes with police

Colombia eases coroanvirus lockdown measures despite 3rd Coivd peak

Colombia moved to reactivate its economy by easing several lockdown measures even though it is still fighting a third peak in the pandemic

Colombia reaches 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases

The nation of 50 million saw cases peak in August and has seen a decline since but still continues to register around 8,000 new infections a day

TVS Motor expands ops in Colombia, announces partnership with Auteco SAS

Autotecnica Colombiana SAS will operate 50 exclusive dealerships exclusive of TVS Motor Company and will create dedicated space for the brand in over 600 retail outlets

Colombia: Two days of protests leave 13 dead, over 400 injured

Two days of protests in Colombia over the death of a man in police custody have left 13 people dead and over 400 injured, authorities said on Friday

Royal Enfield to set up bike assembly in Argentina, first outside Chennai

The local assembly unit in Argentina will be based at Grupo Simpa's facility located in Campana, Buenos Aires

Explosion leaves 7 dead, more than 40 injured in Colombia: Police

A large cloud of fire suddenly erupted, sending people running, some so severely burned they were left with barely any clothes.

Colombia: 36 hurt after grenade goes off in a nightclub

Police are investigating if attack was provoked by rivalry between drug traffickers in the area

Colombia to sign revised peace deal

A recent wave of alleged assassinations in conflict areas has raised pressure to seal a deal fast

Colombia's ELN rebels free 3rd hostage as peace talks loom

Venezuela's government has called a press conference Monday at which they're expected to announce an end to the impasse

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos meets rival in race to save peace deal

Colombians unexpectedly voted No to the deal, which sought to end half a century of conflict with the Marxist guerrillas

Truce with FARC to continue till October: Juan Manuel Santos

Opponents of the government insist on renegotiating part of the peace deal

Colombians shock government, reject peace deal

President Juan Manuel Santos admitted defeat, but pledged: "I will not give in, and I will continue to seek peace to the last day of my term

Colombia voters reject FARC peace plan: Near-full results

They voted 50.23% to 49.76% against the accord, with more than 99% of the votes counted, according to official results.

Colombian President, FARC chief sign peace pact

The pact is the result of nearly four years of talks in Havana and was signed at a solemn ceremony

FARC rebels ratify peace pact with Colombian government

Colombians will go to the polls October 2 for a referendum on the peace accord

5.9 earthquake startles residents of Colombia's second-largest city

There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties

Colombia ceasefire ends half-century war with FARC rebels

Colombians must now vote in an October 2 referendum on the peace accord hammered out in nearly four years of talks in Cuba