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Bolívar Secures Victory in Cusco Amidst Card-Heavy Match
Cusco, Peru – In a hard-fought match at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, Bolívar defeated Cienciano in the Round of 16 of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana. Ecuadorian referee Augusto Bergelio Aragon Bautista had a busy night, brandishing numerous yellow cards to both teams.
The match began with intensity, and Cienciano dominated possession with 57%. However, Bolívar capitalized on their opportunities. In the 15th minute, Martín Cauteruccio opened the scoring for Bolívar from the penalty spot. Cienciano tried to respond, but Bolívar’s defense stood firm. Just before halftime, in the 45th minute, Diego Batallini extended Bolívar’s lead with a goal assisted by Robson Matheus.
In the second half, Cienciano continued to press and create opportunities, accumulating a total of 18 shots, although only 5 were on target. However, their lack of precision and Bolívar’s solid defense prevented them from scoring. The match was characterized by a high number of fouls (16 by Cienciano and 14 by Bolívar) and cautions. Cienciano received five yellow cards, while Bolívar was cautioned three times. Despite dominating possession and having more shots, Cienciano was unable to convert their chances into goals, and Bolívar secured a valuable victory in Cusco.
Substitutions cienciano: at minute 57 C. Neira came in and B. Da Silva went out., at minute 66 C. Souza Espana came in and L. E. Benites Vargas went out., at minute 80 Y. Gamero came in and A. Gonzalez went out., at minute 80 A. Hohberg came in and O. Noronha went out.
Substitutions bolívar: at minute 66 D. Batallini came in and J. Velasquez went out., at minute 74 D. Catano came in and D. Romero went out., at minute 86 M. Torren came in and I. Gariglio went out., at minute 86 C. A. Melgar came in and L. Paz went out., at minute 86 M. Cauteruccio came in and E. Saavedra went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Cienciano
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Bolívar
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