Brazil won their ninth Copa América title by defeating Peru in the 2019 final, hosted domestically for the first time since 1989.
Key Facts
- Edition
- 46th Copa América
- Host country
- Brazil
- Tournament dates
- 14 June – 7 July 2019
- Venues
- 6 venues across Brazil
- Final score
- Brazil 3–1 Peru
- Third-place match
- Argentina 2–1 Chile
By the Numbers
Location
Cause → Event → Consequence
CONMEBOL organized the 46th edition of the Copa América in Brazil, marking the first tournament since 1991 without CONCACAF guest nations. Chile entered as two-time defending champions after winning in 2015 and 2016, making them the favorites alongside host nation Brazil.
The 2019 Copa América was held across six Brazilian venues from 14 June to 7 July. Chile, the defending champions, were eliminated by Peru in the semi-finals. Brazil met Peru in the final, while Argentina faced Chile in the third-place match.
Brazil claimed their ninth Copa América title with a 3–1 victory over Peru in the final. Argentina secured third place by defeating Chile 2–1, ending Chile's reign as back-to-back champions. Chile finished fourth, losing both the semi-final and third-place match.