Colombia got off to a great start to Copa America Centenario. Christian Zapata scored at the 7′ mark to give Colombia a 1-0 lead early in the match. Colombia entered the match as a heavy favorite over the United States.
It not only marked the first goal of the tournament, but the first international goal for Zapata. Colombia scored on a corner kick as Zapata took the pass and put it in the back of the net.
Official diagnosis on Geoff Cameron on Colombia goal:
— 30% good pick/play
— 40% too loose on man
— 30% ball watching
GOAL, COLOMBIA! Zapata’s wonderful volley puts the U.S. behind early. #USAvCOL #MyCopaColors
COLOMBIA GOAL—Cristián Zapata with the too-easy finish on the corner kick. USA 0:1 Colombia.
Colombia and the United States were the only match on opening night. Costa Rica and Paraguay play Saturday, June 4 in the other Group A match.