Marcelo Bielsa mentioned Uruguay haven’t any “plan B” of their makes an attempt to cease Colombia’s attacking abilities forward of their Copa America semi-final on Wednesday.
Uruguay come into the competition at Financial institution of America Stadium off the again of a penalty shootout over nine-time champions Brazil, however face a stern check towards La Tricolor.
Colombia’s 5-0 overcome Panama within the quarter-finals prolonged their unbeaten run to 27 matches, equalling their longest unbeaten streak in all competitions.
James Rodriguez starred for Nestor Lorenzo’s aspect, notching a aim and two assists, taking their staff’s complete to 11 targets for the event to this point.
Bielsa praised Colombia’s array of attacking expertise and mentioned his aspect would wish to defend nicely to succeed in a primary Copa America remaining since 2011.
“You think about the video games by stopping the opponent from attacking and attempting to assault,” Bielsa defined.
“You ask about plan B, however there isn’t any plan B. We have now to do the very best we will.
“The truth is that you could’t predict, however attempt to do what’s most handy for the kind of recreation you play finest.
“Colombia assault higher than they defend, however we each know that we’ve to defend after which God will inform.”
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Uruguay have did not beat Colombia of their earlier three makes an attempt, with their final victory coming in a World Cup qualifier again in 2020.
The encounter will mark the third time the 2 sides have met within the semi-finals of the Copa America and Bielsa is cautious of the menace they possess.
“(Colombia) are a giant rival, they’re on a run of constructive outcomes, and there’s additionally data among the many squad and the supervisor,” Bielsa mentioned.
“In fact, having performed Brazil can solely be seen in a method, as probably the most demanding competitors, and so is Colombia.
“It’s a staff that has robust gamers, a consolidated system of play and that has lots of time and collective work behind it, which supplies the type a sure unity.”
