The Copa America 2024 Group B matches will commence with an exciting encounter between Ecuador and Venezuela at the Levi’s Stadium in California, United States. Both teams will be eager to start their respective campaigns on a winning note when they lock horns on Saturday.
Ecuador has never tasted victory in the Copa America but has achieved fourth place twice, in 1959 and 1993, and has reached the quarterfinals in two of the last three tournaments. They will be aiming to build on their recent successes and make a strong run in the competition.
Venezuela, on the other hand, hasn’t been in action since their goalless draw with Guatemala in March, and they have suffered defeats to Colombia and Italy in two of their last three matches. They will be looking to shake off those losses and find their form in the Copa America.
The history between these two teams is quite extensive, with 36 encounters under their belts. Ecuador holds a slight advantage with 17 wins to Venezuela’s 12, while seven matches have ended in stalemates. Their most recent meeting in November 2023, in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, resulted in a goalless draw.
With the past encounters and the current form of both teams considered, this match is expected to be a close and competitive affair. Both teams will be determined to secure a positive start to their Copa America journey, and the Levi’s Stadium will be the stage for this intriguing battle. Fans and pundits alike will be closely watching as these two South American rivals go head-to-head in the opening match of Group B.
