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The Copa America: A History of South America's Major Tournament

A Look Back at the First Copa America

The Copa America, South America's major international football tournament, was first held in 1916. The inaugural tournament was hosted by Argentina and featured four teams: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. Argentina won the tournament, defeating Brazil 2-1 in the final. The Copa America has been held every four years since 1916, with the exception of 1942 and 1946, when it was not held due to World War II.

The History of the Copa America

The Copa America is the oldest international football tournament in the world. It was first known as the South American Championship and was renamed the Copa America in 1975. Argentina has won the tournament the most times, with 15 titles. Brazil is second with nine titles, and Uruguay is third with seven titles.

The Copa America has been a major event in South American football for over a century. It is a tournament that brings together the best players in the region and is always a hotly contested affair. The 2021 Copa America will be held in Brazil from June 13 to July 10, 2021. Argentina will be looking to defend their title and win their first Copa America since 2015.

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