Copa América 2015: Squad Registrations and Team Rosters
The 2015 Copa América was a premier international football tournament hosted in Chile, running from June 11 to July 4, 2015. To ensure a fair and organized competition, the tournament enforced strict registration rules for the twelve participating national teams. Each nation was required to register a squad of 22 players, with the option to expand to 23 players if they chose to include three goalkeepers. Only players listed in these official squads were eligible to compete, and each player was assigned a shirt number between 1 and 23.
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Key Facts
- Dates: June 11 to July 4, 2015.
- Host Nation: Chile.
- Squad Size: 22 players (or 23 if three goalkeepers were registered).
- Numbering: Shirt numbers ranged from 1 to 23.
- Replacement Rule: Once the tournament began, only goalkeepers could be replaced due to injury.
Group A Team Details
Chile
The host nation announced its 23-player squad on May 30, 2015, under the leadership of head coach Jorge Sampaoli. The roster saw two late changes: Francisco Silva replaced Edson Puch on June 5 due to a muscle tear, and José Pedro Fuenzalida replaced the injured Carlos Carmona on June 7.
Mexico
Led by head coach Miguel Herrera, Mexico announced its final 23-player squad on May 11, 2015. Defender Miguel Ángel Herrera was ruled out on May 26 following an ankle injury and was replaced by Juan Carlos Valenzuela.
Ecuador
Head coach Gustavo Quinteros announced the 23-player squad on June 1, 2015. Ecuador faced several injury setbacks: Michael Arroyo was replaced by Pedro Larrea on June 1 due to an ankle injury, and Antonio Valencia was ruled out on June 3 for urgent ankle surgery. Additionally, Jaime Ayoví was replaced by Daniel Angulo on June 11 due to a muscle strain.
Bolivia
Bolivia, managed by head coach Mauricio Soria, announced its final 23-player squad on June 1, 2015.
Group B Team Details
Argentina
Under head coach Gerardo Martino, Argentina announced its 23-player squad on May 27, 2015, with shirt numbers revealed on June 7. During the tournament, goalkeeper Mariano Andújar suffered a hand injury and was replaced by Agustín Marchesín on June 22, adhering to the regulation that only goalkeepers may be replaced after the competition starts.
Uruguay
Uruguay's squad was announced on May 23, 2015, by head coach Óscar Tabárez. The team's official squad numbers were released on June 5, 2015.
Paraguay
Head coach Ramón Díaz announced the final 23-player squad for Paraguay on May 28, 2015.
Jamaica
Jamaica participated in the tournament under the guidance of head coach Winfried Schäfer.
Group C Team Details
Brazil
Brazil, coached by Dunga, announced its 23-player squad on May 5, 2015, but experienced the most significant number of roster changes. Goalkeeper Diego Alves (knee injury) was replaced by Neto on May 24; defender Marcelo (back injury) was replaced by Geferson on May 29; and midfielder Luiz Gustavo (meniscus injury) was replaced by Fred on June 2. Finally, Danilo was replaced by Dani Alves on June 11 after an injury during a friendly match against Mexico.
Colombia
Colombia's final 23-player squad was announced on May 30, 2015, under head coach José Pékerman.
Peru
Managed by Ricardo Gareca, Peru announced its 23-player squad on May 25, 2015, and revealed the squad numbers on June 7, 2015.
Venezuela
Venezuela announced its final 23-player squad on June 1, 2015, led by head coach Noel Sanvicente.
Tournament Squad Summary
| Group | Nation | Head Coach | Squad Announcement Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Chile | Jorge Sampaoli | May 30, 2015 |
| A | Mexico | Miguel Herrera | May 11, 2015 |
| A | Ecuador | Gustavo Quinteros | June 1, 2015 |
| A | Bolivia | Mauricio Soria | June 1, 2015 |
| B | Argentina | Gerardo Martino | May 27, 2015 |
| B | Uruguay | Óscar Tabárez | May 23, 2015 |
| B | Paraguay | Ramón Díaz | May 28, 2015 |
| B | Jamaica | Winfried Schäfer | Not Specified |
| C | Brazil | Dunga | May 5, 2015 |
| C | Colombia | José Pékerman | May 30, 2015 |
| C | Peru | Ricardo Gareca | May 25, 2015 |
| C | Venezuela | Noel Sanvicente | June 1, 2015 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the squad size requirements for the 2015 Copa América?
Teams were required to register 22 players, or 23 players if they chose to include three goalkeepers.
Could players be replaced after the tournament had already started?
According to the regulations, once the competition began, only goalkeepers could be replaced due to injury.
Which team had the most squad changes before the tournament began?
Brazil had the most changes, replacing four players (Diego Alves, Marcelo, Luiz Gustavo, and Danilo) before the start of the tournament.
Who were the head coaches for the host nation and the Argentine team?
The host nation, Chile, was coached by Jorge Sampaoli, and Argentina was coached by Gerardo Martino.
What was the range of shirt numbers assigned to the players?
Each nation's squad members were assigned shirt numbers ranging from 1 to 23.