Frank Christian
Canada and Uruguay are set to compete in the third-place game at the Bank of America Stadium, aiming to end the tournament on a positive note.
In their recent encounter in the semifinals, Canada’s National Team experienced a 2-0 defeat against Argentina with goals from Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi. Despite the loss, the team’s progress under new head coach Jesse Marsch has been impressive.
Canada’s remarkable journey in the Copa America presents an opportunity to make history at the Bank of America Stadium. A victory would see Canada become the first debutant since Honduras in 2001 to secure a third-place finish at the Copa America, marking a fitting conclusion to their unexpected success in the tournament.
They will face a challenging opponent in Uruguay led by Marcelo Bielsa, who faced a 1-0 defeat against Colombia in the Copa America semifinal. The match concluded with on-field altercations and disturbances in the stands.
Canada vs. Uruguay Live Stream and TV Channels
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | FS1, Univision, TUDN | Fubo, Fox Sports app/website, ViX, Univision Now, TUDN app/website |
| Canada | TSN 1, 4, 5 | TSN+, RDS App |
| UK | Premier Sports 1 | Premier Sports Player |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | — | — |
In the USA, the match can be watched on FS1 with Spanish-language broadcasts on Univision and TUDN. Streaming is available through Fubo with a free trial option.
UK viewers can tune in via Premier Sport Player, while Canadian fans can access coverage on TSN channels with French commentary on RDS. In Australia, Optus Sport is the official broadcaster for the tournament.
Regarding India, the broadcasting rights for the Copa America have not been officially confirmed. There is currently no designated platform for streaming or channels for broadcasting the matches in India.
If the match is not available in your location, utilizing a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help bypass geographical restrictions and access streaming services from anywhere globally.
Match Schedule for Canada vs. Uruguay
The game will commence at 8:00 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 13, at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
Here are the kickoff times in various major regions:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| USA/Canada | Sat, Jul. 13 | 8 p.m. ET |
| USA/Canada | Sat, Jul. 13 | 5 p.m. PT |
| UK | Sun, Jul. 14 | 1 a.m. BST |
| Australia | Sun, Jul. 14 | 10 a.m. AEST |
| India | Sun, Jul. 14 | 5:30 a.m. IST |
Canada vs. Uruguay Expected Lineups and Team Updates
Canada’s coach Jesse Marsch mentioned that Alphonso Davies’ x-rays were negative following a foot injury in the previous match against Argentina. Davies’ availability for the upcoming game remains uncertain.
The CanMNT is expected to have a full squad, except for Tajon Buchanan who sustained a tibia fracture during training, causing him to miss recent matches.
## Preview of the Match between Canada and Uruguay
Canada’s starting lineup for the match is likely to feature Richie Laryea on the right wing, along with Cyle Larin, Jacob Shaffelburg, and Jonathan David. Unfortunately, Buchanan will be unavailable due to injury. On the other hand, Uruguay will see Nahitan Nandez returning from suspension, boosting their defense, while Ronald Araujo’s absence will be felt after a serious leg injury. Jose Gimenez is expected to step in as his replacement.
The match could see Uruguay adopting a 4-2-3-1 formation, with players like Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Guillermo Varela taking the field. The team is aiming to recover from their recent disappointment and secure victory in the third-place playoff. The predicted score is a close 1-2 win for Uruguay.
Uruguay faces the challenge of overcoming their psychological state after missing out on the final, while Canada will be motivated to compete for the bronze medal. Despite Canada’s spirited performance against top teams, Uruguay’s strength and talent may give them the edge in this encounter.
