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Adrian Melville, ESPN Insider 9y

Colombia is a Copa America contender

Of the seven remaining Copa America teams -- six quarterfinalists plus Chile, which advanced to the semis on Wednesday -- nobody is talking about Colombia as a title contender. The team is playing incredibly well defensively, having led all group-stage participants in tackles, interceptions, fewest shots conceded and fewest goals conceded, and has potent attacking talent in young playmakers like Real Madrid star James Rodriguez and experienced scorers such as Sevilla's Carlos Bacca.

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