Copa América 2024: Group B Match Report - Ecuador 1 - 2 Venezuela

In a thrilling Group B encounter at Copa América 2024, Venezuela emerged victorious over Ecuador with a 2-1 win. The match, held on Saturday, saw Venezuela overturn an early deficit to secure the three points.

Match Summary:

- Ecuador's Goal: J. Sarmiento found the net in the 40th minute to give Ecuador the lead.

- Venezuela's Goals: J. Cádiz equalized in the 64th minute, and E. Bello secured the winner in the 74th minute.

- Red Card: Ecuador's E. Valencia was sent off in the 22nd minute, leaving his team to play with ten men for the majority of the match.

Match Stats:

- Shots: Ecuador 9 - 14 Venezuela

- Shots on Target: Ecuador 4 - 5 Venezuela

- Possession: Ecuador 34% - 66% Venezuela

- Passes: Ecuador 252 - 487 Venezuela

- Pass Accuracy: Ecuador 70% - 86% Venezuela

- Fouls: Ecuador 20 - 14 Venezuela

Despite taking an early lead, Ecuador struggled to maintain control of the match, especially after being reduced to ten men. Venezuela capitalized on their numerical advantage, dominating possession and creating more chances. The victory boosts Venezuela's position in Group B as the tournament progresses.