Originally Posted by
cogiditopapa
Colombia has always wanted Brazilian blood, but Brazil has a long outstanding parenthood against Colombia.
Check the pattern Brazil has been having after the WC, I have watch most of their games and they have regrouped well under Dunga.
Colombia is becoming a good contender but mentally they are always beaten by Brasil & Argentina, In South America this are the 2 big monsters and both are playing really well.
I think Colombia will put up a really good fight but in key matches against Brasil or even Argentina they will come out 2 cents short. I Again I do no think The parenthood Brasil has over Colombia will end anytime soon. The game against Brasil will be label like this after it ends "Colombia play like never before, but lost to Brasil like always". I love Colombia Style but Brasil is a class above.
Chile should be a pleasant host, I think they will have the extra to push in key games due to the fact that they are at home, but will also fall short, When they are losing, Chile usually doesn't have the composure to keep calm and work things out, I expect in those key games, bookings and red cards for players such as Medel and Vidal.
Mexico, Eventhought Mexico will bring an alternate team, I am sure they will put up a good fight against everyone and even win a game or two. El tecatito (plays for twente) is the heart of the team, The only thing I expect from mexico is to keep matches close to Chile and Ecuador, even Bolivia. If Mexico would have brought the full squad everyone even Brasil and Argentina would have really tough nut to crack.
Peru, couple of things that catch my attention from this team is that now they have a new Coach, Gareca, he was a long time coach of Velez Sarsfield in Argentina, very offensive coach. "la foquita" Farfan (Schalke) is healthy and Guerrero too, I really like what Farfan brings to the table, he is skillful and fast. With the mix of the couch and good experience at front I think we will see an offensive Peru but their weakness is in defense and Midfield, this hasn't got any better and I think we can see overs in Peru games.
Yesterday in a friendly match they draw 1-1 with Mexico in Peru, In Copa America will be a real motive for Peru to try to beat teams like Venezuela, Try to put up a fight with Colombia (will probably last until Colombia scores).
I will write later as I am reading a lot about all teams to make sure I am up to date. I will pass up the info if anyone would like to read.