The Copa América is South America’s oldest and most prestigious football tournament, featuring the top national teams from the CONMEBOL region. Since its inception in 1916, the tournament has seen numerous legendary teams and players lift the trophy. Let’s explore some of the notable champions throughout its history.
1916-1975: Early Years
– 1916: The inaugural Copa América title was won by Uruguay.
– 1919: Brazil secured their first title.
– 1921: Argentina claimed their first championship.
– 1939: Peru won their first title.
– 1945-1947: Argentina won three consecutive titles.
– 1963: Bolivia secured their first and only title.
975-2000: The Copa América Era
– 1975: Peru won the first tournament after it was renamed Copa América.
– 1979: Paraguay claimed their second title.
– 1983: Uruguay won the championship again.
– 1989: Brazil won their fourth title.
– 1991: Argentina claimed another title.
– 1993: Argentina won their 14th title.
– 1999: Brazil secured their seventh title.
2001-Present: Modern Era
– 2001: Colombia won their first title.
– 2004 and 2007: Brazil won consecutive titles.
– 2011: Uruguay won their 15th title, the most by any nation.
– 2015 and 2016: Chile won consecutive titles.
– 2019: Brazil secured their 9th title.
– 2021: Argentina won their 15th title, tying with Uruguay for the most wins.
Uruguay and Argentina have each won the Copa América 15 times, the most in the tournament’s history. Brazil follows with 9 titles, while Chile, Paraguay, Peru, Bolivia, and Colombia have also won the tournament multiple times. This prestigious tournament remains a vital part of South American football history.
