GOLAZONEWSCopa Sudamericana Semifinal Results: Atletico-MG Advance, Vasco Eliminated
- Atletico-MG reached the Copa Sudamericana final after overcoming Montevideo City Torque on aggregate.
- Vasco da Gama were eliminated from the competition following a loss to Boca Juniors.
- Vasco goalkeeper Leo Jardim faced criticism for his role in the decisive defeat.
Atletico-MG secured their spot in the Copa Sudamericana final for the third consecutive year. Despite a 2-0 defeat against Montevideo City Torque in Uruguay on Wednesday, the team progressed thanks to their 3-0 victory in the first leg. Coach Dominguez opted against resting players, fielding his strongest lineup to protect the aggregate lead.
Meanwhile, Vasco da Gama suffered an elimination after a loss to Boca Juniors at the Maracana. The match was marked by the performance of goalkeeper Leo Jardim. While Jardim has been a key figure for the club since 2023, he was at fault for the third goal conceded, marking his first time as the primary cause of a knockout stage exit. According to ge, Jardim currently holds the record for the most errors leading to goals for the team.