Uruguay triumphed 3-1 over Panama to start their Copa America campaign in a match that showcased their tactical prowess and clinical finishing.
With 55% possession, Uruguay controlled the game's flow, demonstrating their ability to dominate and convert key moments into goals.
The expected goals (xG) metric favored Uruguay, who posted an xG of 1.57 compared to Panama’s 0.56.
Despite Panama’s more successful dribbles (13 to Uruguay’s 6), Uruguay’s field tilt of 59.34% to 40.66% showed their territorial advantage.
The average defensive height of 44.64 for Uruguay and 42.04 for Panama indicates a high line maintained by Uruguay, compressing the field and limiting Panama’s attacking space.
Uruguay triumphed 3-1 over Panama to start their Copa America campaign in a match that showcased their tactical prowess and clinical finishing. With 55% possession, Uruguay controlled the game's flow, demonstrating their ability to dominate and convert key moments into goals.
The expected goals (xG) metric favored Uruguay, who posted an xG of 1.57 compared to Panama’s 0.56. This highlights Uruguay’s efficiency in creating high-quality chances, backed by their three big chances, while Panama managed just one.
Federico Valverde was the heartbeat of Uruguay’s midfield, receiving the most passes (43) and delivering 21 progressive passes, driving his team forward with every touch. Matías Viña also shone, completing 46 out of 60 passes, ensuring steady build-up play from the back.
Uruguay’s defensive discipline was evident in their aerial dominance, winning 24 duels to Panama’s 6, and their aggressive pressing reflected in a lower Passes per Defensive Action (PPDA) of 8.90 compared to Panama’s 12.35. Manuel Ugarte led the defensive efforts with four tackles, thwarting Panama’s attempts to penetrate Uruguay’s backline.
Despite Panama’s more successful dribbles (13 to Uruguay’s 6), Uruguay’s field tilt of 59.34% to 40.66% showed their territorial advantage. Nahitan Nández posted the highest Expected Threat (xT) of 0.43, illustrating his crucial role in creating scoring opportunities.
Uruguay’s superior passing in the opposition half (180 to 134) and shots on target (7 to 3) further highlighted their attacking dominance. The average defensive height of 44.64 for Uruguay and 42.04 for Panama indicates a high line maintained by Uruguay, compressing the field and limiting Panama’s attacking space.
