VALPARAISO, June 15 (Reuters) - The standout player of Bolivia's first Copa America win since 1997 was delighted to have finally secured three points for his country and said the victory is a huge help in making sure they reach the quarter-finals of this year's tournament.
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"Our objective was to finally win a Copa America match after so long," goalkeeper Romel Quinonez said of their 3-2 win over Ecuador in Valparaiso.