Paraguay reach Copa America final

Paraguay reach Copa America final after penalties drama

The jubilant Paraguay players celebrate after their semi-final victory against Venezuela in Mendoza, Argentina.

STORY HIGHLIGHTS

• Paraguay beat Venezuela 5-3 on penalties to reach Copa America final
• It was Venezuela's first-ever appearance in the last four of the competition
• Venezuela, who twice hit the woodwork in extra time, play Peru for 3rd place

Paraguay will meet Uruguay in Sunday's Copa America final in Argentina after a dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Venezuela.The 5-3 loss denied Venezuela the chance to reach the final of the Latin American tournament for the first time.