Sport Local October 30, 2024

River Falls Short Against Atlético Mineiro in Libertadores

River Plate faced off against Atlético Mineiro in the Copa Libertadores semifinals, drawing 0-0 at home, unable to make up for a 3-0 loss in Brazil. Despite dominating play and numerous chances, they couldn't score, leading to their elimination.


River Falls Short Against Atlético Mineiro in Libertadores

In the second leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals between River Plate and Atlético Mineiro, held at the Estadio Monumental, the match ended in a 0-0 draw. Despite the efforts of the Argentine team, which sought to reduce the advantage held by the Brazilian team after the first match (3-0 in favor of Mineiro), River was unable to secure the necessary victory to advance in the tournament.

River Plate, managed by Marcelo Gallardo, showed dominance on the field and created several goal opportunities, but the lack of precision in finishing and the interventions of goalkeeper Éverson prevented them from scoring. Meanwhile, Atlético Mineiro, who had won the first match, managed to remain solid in defense and withstand the attacks from the Argentine side.

Throughout the match, River had chances to score, such as a shot from Facundo Colidio that went wide or a strike from Miguel Borja that was close to the goal. In the second half, Deyverson came close to scoring for Atlético Mineiro with a powerful shot that hit the crossbar, but goalkeeper Franco Armani managed to keep the ball out.

Despite River's late efforts to find the goal that would give them qualification, the score did not change, and Atlético Mineiro maintained their advantage to advance to the Copa Libertadores final. With this result, the Brazilian team continues their journey in the tournament, demonstrating solidity and effectiveness in key moments.