Juan Fernando Quintero was the great hero in Racing’s 2-1 victory over Corinthiansin the second leg of the semifinals of the South American Cup. With this result, the Argentine club They advanced to the final of the competition with the aggregate score of 4-3.
Quintero led the locals’ comeback with a double. Equalizing the actions at 36 minutes, with a powerful shot from the penalty spot where he kicked strongly to the center of the goal; while goalkeeper Ezze chose the post on his left hand.
Three minutes later, at 39, JuanFer received a header pass from Adrián Martínez unmarked, entering the area with a good change of pace and finishing between the rival goalkeeper’s legs.
Corinthians had taken the lead in the 6th minute through Yuri Alberto, who opened the scoring after a spectacular backheel pass from the Dutchman. Memphis Depay, one of the big signings in Brazilian football for this season.
The Colombian midfielder was substituted at 76 minutes, leaving amidst the applause of all the Racing fans in the Cilindro. Quintero did not want to leave the field of play, as was evident by his gestures, and Luciano Vietto entered in his place.
The last minutes were with the Brazilian team dominating the ball and putting pressure on the Chilean goalkeeper’s goal. Gabriel Arias. Gustavo Costas sent Roger Martínez onto the field, who reappeared after his injury with the Colombian National Team in El Alto against Bolivia, replacing Maximiliano Salas.
When and where will the final be?
The final of the Copa Sudamericana between Racing and Cruzeiro will be held on November 23. The game will be played in the General Pablo Rojas Stadiumlocated in Asuncion, Paraguay.
