James Rodriguez named 2024 Copa America MVP after brilliant showing leading Colombia to tournament final

After an absolutely brilliant Copa America, the Colombia captain was honored as the tournament's best player

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• Colombia fall to Argentina 1-0
• James Rodriguez named tournament MVP
• Midfielder turned back clock during brilliant run

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  After falling to Argentina 1-0 in extra-time Sunday night in Miami, Colombia's 28-match unbeaten streak came to an an end. Despite the loss, Colombia captain James Rodriguez was recognized for his tournament-long heroics, earning the award as the Copa America 2024 best player.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Rodriguez set a Copa America record with six assists during his tournament run, while also bagging a goal along the way. He led Los Cafeteros triumphantly throughout the tournament, with brilliant set-piece delivery, a delicious first-touch and proper leadership on the pitch.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Rodriguez missed out on the 2021 Copa America roster for Colombia, after a poor run of form hit him at the club level. Los Cafeteros then went on to miss out on the 2022 FIFA World Cup – with Rodriguez serving up a plate of redemption for him personally this tournament.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR RODRIGUEZ?

  Rodriguez will return to his club sao Paulo this week after a brief period away from the game to recover from his brilliant tournament. The Brazilian side is likely to be fielding calls about his availability after his stunning Copa America run.