Cruise dominated the first stage of the match against the Libertad and created good odds. At the beginning, he almost opened the score with Marlon, but it was at the 18 minutes that the scorer was changed with a beautiful goal by Kaio Jorge.
O Cruise controlled the first half of the game against the Libertad and had promising opportunities. Although he almost scored with Marlon at the beginning, it was only at 18 minutes that the score was changed with a magnificent goal by Kaio Jorge.
O Cruise had absolute control of the game in the first half against the Libertad and had several clear goal opportunities. Although he almost scored with Marlon at the beginning, it was only at 18 minutes that the score was finally changed with a goal of Kaio Jorge.
Initially, the bid was cancelled by impediment, but the VAR He reviewed and confirmed the goal. O Cruise still had another clear opportunity with William, defended by the goalkeeper Martín Silva.
Libertad only took danger in a foul charge, which was well defended by the goalkeeper Cassio. Before expanding the score, the Cruise had another excellent chance with Gabriel VeronBut Paraguayan defense saved it. In additions, Lautaro Díaz expanded to 2 to 0.
Libertad improved in the second half
In the second half, the Libertad improved, especially with the entrance of the veteran Roque Santa Cruz, which created danger on two occasions.
First, he demanded a good defense from Cassius, and then crossed to the extent to Aguilar, who headed out. Cruise He also pressed and almost made the third with Kaio Jorge, but the Paraguayan defense managed to cut with the open goal.
The mining team wasted two other great chances: Kaiki Bruno, free, kicked out, and Barreal, in individual play, also missed the target.
Now what?
The game back will be next Thursday, 9:30 p.m., no Mineron. O Cruise can even lose by a difference goal that still ranks for the semifinals of South American Cup.
If you are defeated by two goals of difference, the decision goes to the penalty. The Libertad needs a win for at least three goals to ensure the vacancy in regulatory time.
Both teams return to the field on Sunday for national competitions. O Cruise faces the Cuiabá, 18h30 (from Brasilia)For the 27th round of Brazil, while Libertad faces the Tacuary for the 12th round of Clausura Tournament, seeking his third consecutive victory in the Paraguayan championship.
