Copa América 2024 draw summary: groups, games and dates
Copa América 2024 draw: Results
Copa América 2024: Group stage draw
Here's the full draw for the Copa America...
Group A: Argentina, Peru, Chile, CONCACAF 5
Group B: Mexico, Ecuador, Venezuela, Jamaica
Group C: United States, Uruguay, Panama, Bolivia
Group D: Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, CONCACAF 6
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Now that we know Argentina's group stage opponents for the 2024 Copa America, there is another big question for fans of La Albiceleste: Will Lionel Messi play at the Copa America?
Last week the 36-year-old opened up on his ambitions for the Copa America and even the 2026 World Cup.
Who are CONCACAF 5 and 6?
Good question! So far only 14 of the 16 teams in the 2024 Copa America have been confirmed, with the other two places to be decided in CONCACAF playoffs next March.
For now those potential qualifiers are known simply as CONCACAF 5 and CONCACAF 6, the final two members of CONCACAF's six entrants.
CONCACAF 5 is the winner of Canada and Trinidad & Tobago.
CONCACAF 6 is the winner of Honduras and Costa Rica.
USMNT Copa America group
Hosts USMNT were drawn in Group C of the 2024 Copa America. They drew in-form Uruguay in Pot 2, perhaps the toughest option, but got more favourable draws with Panama and Bolivia in the following two Pots.
Two teams will progress from each group, so Gregg Berhalter's side should be very confident of making it to the knockout stages.
And finally, the final team in Group B is Jamaica!
The final team in Group D is CONCACAF 6, one of the playoff teams.
Bolivia are joining USMNT in Group C.
Ah, pardon!
Bolivia cannot play in Group B, there will need to be a reshuffle of the Pot 4 teams.
Next in Group B, it's Bolivia!
Group A get one of the CONCACAF playoff teams as their final entrant!
So, three-quarters of the way through, everything looks fairly equal so far.
There's no stand-out 'group of death'.
And Group D get Paraguay!
USMNT are joined in Group C by Panama!
Added to Group B, it's Venezuela!
Chile join Group A!
Brazil's first companions in Group D...
Colombia!
Group C now, and alongside USMNT...
Uruguay! One of the powers.
Joining Mexico in Group B...
It's Ecuador!
The first name out of the hat will be joining Argentina in Group A...
It's Peru!
The 2024 Copa America group stage draw is officially underway!
First up, there's a quick confirmation of the four Pot 1 teams and their respective groups.
And the fourth and final icon joining the Copa America draw is Javier Zanetti!
Next up it's legendary goalkeeper Jorge Campos!
He is joined by Roque Santa Cruz, the Paraguayan forward who starred for the likes of Bayern Munich and Manchester City.
Brazilian legend Ronaldinho trots on stage to take part in the draw!
Copa America draw pots
Here's how the teams are seeded for the draw...
Pot 1: Argentina, Mexico, United States, Brazil
Pot 2: Uruguay, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
Pot 3: Chile, Panama, Venezuela, Paraguay
Pot 4: Jamaica, Bolivia, CONCACAF playoff winner x2
Each of the Pot 1 teams have already been assigned a group, they will be joined from one team from each of the other three Pots.
The big-wigs of CONMEBOL and CONCACAF competitions, Fred Nantes and Carlos Fernandes, join the hosts on stage to kick-start the draw.
So far 14 teams have secured qualification for the 2024 tournament. There are four other teams still in contention, two of which will make it to the group stage.
Those 16 teams will be divided into four groups. We are about to find out the nature of those groups.
We're ready for the draw!
There's been a reshuffle on stage and a series of podiums have been added, signifying the start of the draw for the 2024 Copa America.
In the meantime...
Here's a reminder of what we know so far. The four Pot 1 teams have already been assigned their groups and will be soon be joined by three teams from the other three pots.
The Pot 1 groups are...
Group A: Argentina
Group B: Mexico
Group C: United States
Group D: Brazil
Big thanks are given to Lionel Scaloni for a few brief words on stage and it looks like the big moment has finally arrived!
The draw for the 2024 Copa America is here, after a very short break...
The Copa America trophy is brought on-stage by Lionel Scaloni. As head coach of reigning champions Argentina he is the one trusted to return the silverware back to the draw venue.
He has already picked up a World Cup with the Albiceleste, can he add another major trophy next summer?
We await the draw, let's have a look at the ball
I spoke too soon. We're now being treated to a lengthy explainer on the process of upkeeping and updating the iconic Copa America trophy.
It's interesting stuff, but it tells us little about the key fixtures to look forward to next summer.
Have another look at the new ball...
Birds and balls dealt with, it looks like we may finally be onto the draw!
Uruguayan legend Diego Godin strides on-stage in a meaningful manner.
Next up, we are told that there's another key figure that we need to meet...
It's the official 2024 Copa America soccer ball! Sportswear giants Puma have designed the new ball, white with splashes of red and blue in zig-zagging geometric patterns.
It's quite nice, surprisingly understated.
Meet Capitan!
Big news from Miami! We now know the identity of the official mascot for the 2024 Copa America!
It's Capitan, a bird-man hybrid who appears pretty eager to show off his break-dancing skills on stage.
If anyone was fearing that the move to Miami might have added an unnecessary splash of glitz and glamour, fear not! It's been a pretty dry start to proceedings for the 2024 Copa America draw.
We've had speeches from the presidents of CONCACAF, FIFA and now CONMEBOL, but it looks like we're finally getting onto the real action!
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez is really enjoying his moment in the spotlight, taking the opportunity to tell the gathered crowd that his federation "does not care about money," focusing instead on the good of the game.
He has big plans for the 2024 tournament: "This time will be different, different to anything in the world."
What are the pots for the Copa America draw?
The draw is getting close now.
Here's how the 18 teams involved (including four nations in the playoffs) are seeded for tonight's draw.
What is the dream outcome for your team?
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As the preamble continues in Miami, lets take a moment to consider the possible outcomes for tonight. Copa America always includes the likes of Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, but next year's tournament will also include USMNT, Mexico and four other CONCACAF nations.
Of course, there is a seeding system in place for the group stages. Here's what could happen in the draw...
Gianni Infantino concludes his remarks by wishing everyone involved a "very successful draw" and exits the stage.
Why not take another look at the draw structure for this evening...
While Infantino is making his remarks, now seems like a good moment to take another look at the seeding system for tonight's event. The 16 teams (including two currently unknown playoff qualifiers) are divided into four Pots of four teams.
One team will be drawn from each Pot to produce the four-team groups at next summer's tournament.
Here are the Copa América draw pots...
Pot 1: Argentina, Mexico, United States, Brazil
Pot 2: Uruguay, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
Pot 3: Chile, Panama, Venezuela, Paraguay
Pot 4: Jamaica, Bolivia, CONCACAF playoff winner x2
Gianni joins him on stage!
Rarely one to miss out on a podium and microphone, FIFA president Gianni Infantino joins the CONMEBOL chief on stage.
"It's a real pleasure for me to be here with you today," he tells the crowd of assorted dignitaries.
After starting off in English, Infantino continues in very fluent Spanish.
Alejandro Dominguez, president of CONMEBOL, now takes to the stage to welcome everyone to the draw this evening. As head of CONMEBOL he leads the ten South American nations and is the organiser of the Copa America tournaments.
Next year's edition, however, is a joint-project between CONMEBOL and CONCACAF.
Our hosts welcome the esteemed guests, officials and former players to tonight's event, paying particular attention to FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the crowd.
And we're off!
The ceremony is underway at James L. Knight Center in Miami, Florida for the draw of the 2024 Copa America!
The draw nears in Miami
In the next few minutes we will discover the groups for the 2024 Copa America in the United States.
As Pot 1 seeds, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and USMNT have each been allocated in separate groups. However the identity of the other three teams in each group is still a mystery.
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Earlier this week USMNT announced that their 2024 fixtures will begin with a friendly game against Slovenia on 20 January. The game will be held at Toyota Stadium, Texas and will allow Gregg Berhalter’s team to begin preparations for the 2024 Copa América.
It will act as a crucial testing ground ahead of the summer's tournament..
El Tri await Copa America draw
Mexico are one of six teams from CONCACAF that will be competing in the 2024 Copa America. El Tri struggled at the start of the year but have looked like a new team under Jaime Lozano, who took over in the summer.
He guided them to the Gold Cup in August and is looking to build for next year's tournament and the World Cup in 2026.
The draw for the 2024 Copa America will commence shortly, starting preparations for the tournament in the United States next summer. But for US-based soccer fans, tonight's draw represents much more than that.
The next three years promise to be a key period for soccer in the nation with three major international tournaments coming to the nations. As Messi-mania continues to sweep the nation, we take a look at the importance of the Copa America.
Where will the 2024 Copa America be held?
You most probably know that next year's tournament will be held in the United States, but which states and which cities have been handed hosting duties?
The first game of the tournament, which will feature World Cup winners Argentina, takes place in Atlanta, Georgia and the grand final will take place in Miami, Florida. Here's the full list of host cities for the 2024 Copa America...
East Rutherford (New Jersey), Charlotte (North Carolina), Atlanta (Georgia), Orlando (Florida), Miami (Florida), Arlington (Texas), Houston (Texas), Austin (Texas) ), Kansas City, Glendale (Arizona), Inglewood (California), Las Vegas (Nevada) and Santa Clara (California).
Copa America is traditionally a tournament for South American nations, held in South America. However at various points over the competition's rich history organisers have opted to invite teams from further afield and even allow non-CONMEBOl nations to host.
Next year's hosts will be the United States and they are one of six CONCACAF teams in the tournament. Here's how their previous appearances have gone...
Gregg Berhalter looking forward to Copa America test
USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter has arrived for tonight's draw and tells Fox reporter Jenny Taft that he is looking forward to next summer's tournament.
"There's some very competitive South American teams. We're on home soil and so for us it's like a mini-World Cup," he said.
Big names arrive in Miami
As kick-off approaches for the Copa America draw, some big names are setting foot on the red carpet. Former Uruguay defender Diego Godin and Colombian icon Carlos Valderrama are among those in attendance in Miami for this evening's action.
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Every few years Copa América brings together the best international teams in South América to compete to be crowned the best on the continent.
The tournament typically features the ten CONMEBOL nations from South América, in addition to two ‘guest teams’ from other confederations. However the format is being changed for next year’s edition, with a total of 16 teams taking part.
Here's what to expect from tonight's draw...
Officials gather in Miami for the draw
CONCACAF president Victor Montagliani has spoken to reporters on the red carpet outside the draw venue in Miami, revealing what he enjoys most about these occasions.
"The look on the coaches' faces when they see the draw!" he replied.
Who will be happy tonight, and which coaches will be left ruing their luck?
We will be bringing you full live coverage of the draw right here on AS USA, but you can also watch the 2024 Copa America draw live. Here's everything you need to know...
When is Copa America 2024?
The CONMEBOL tournament is leading the the United States next year, leaving the South American continent for just the third time in more than a century of history.
Games will be played from 20 June to 14 July in a dozen locations across the country. Here is the full fixture list for the tournament...
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Panama secured qualification for the tournament with a comprehensive 6-1 aggregate win over Costa Rica last month. Thomas Christiansen's side will get the chance to take on some of the best sides in the world.
Here, we take a look at who they could face in the group stages...
Who will play the first game of Copa America 2024?
They may not yet know their opponents, but world champions Argentina will be kicking off the tournament in the United States. They have been placed in Group A and will get things started in Atlanta, Georgia on 20 June.
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The draw for the 2024 Copa America will kick off in Miami, Florida in just over an hour, giving the 14 teams already qualified a first look at their group stage opponents. Colombia have the potential to pull off a surprise at next year's tournament, but will be eager to avoid this 'group of death'...
Preparations underway for Copa America
The CONMEBOL soccer federation counts the likes of Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay amongst its number. Next year the ten-nation group South American teams will head to the United States for the 2024 Copa America, and the preparations are already well underway.
The past 12 months has been a tumultuous spell for USMNT. A disappointing World Cup showing in Qatar was followed up by a months-long controversy involving Gregg Berhalter and young star Gio Reyna.
However Berhalter's return seems to have set the team back on the right track and they look well placed to impress in next year's Copa America on home soil. In just over an hour they will discover who they face in the group stages.
Hello and welcome to AS USA! We'll be bringing you full live coverage of the draw for the 2024 Copa America, where Mexico and United States will be joining the likes of Argentina and Brazil in the CONMEBOL competition.
I'm Will Gittins and I'll be taking you through the proceedings in Miami...