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Chilean Euphoria Tempered by Past Copa Setbacks

SANTIAGO — Chile's euphoria at reaching the final of the Copa America was tempered on Tuesday by the reminder that every time they have been in this position before they have finished as runners-up.

"We've got to the final, which is a big achievement, but we still haven't won anything yet," playmaker Jorge Valdivia said, repeating a phrase which the Chileans have used time and again during this tournament.

On the basis of history, they are right to be cautious.

They have finished as runners-up at four Copa Americas and have yet to win the trophy despite 36 attempts.