In spite of losing they classified to the round of eight
Defensor has achieved, for the first time in their history, the classification to the round of eight which makes them one of the eight best teams in America. They made it in spite of the defeat they suffered to the Flamengo in their away game that took place in the Maracaná stadium filled with over 60,000 fans. The continuation in the cup was possible thanks to the result the Violet team in the first match.
Defensor had the advantage of having three goals in favor, which gave them coolness. In the beginning of the match the Uruguayan team seemed to have the situation under control, but after a few minutes, the situation became more complicated. Renato managed to beat Martín Silva’s goal causing the red and black supporters to explode of joy. The half time came and the score remained that way, a result that was more favorable to Defensor than to Flamengo.
In the beginning of the second half, the same player Renato gave delight and hope to their supporters after setting the score 2-0. Now, Flamengo was only one goal away from the penalties and there were 40 minutes still to be played. However, the Uruguayan team didn’t get desperate and, even though the Brazilians held the ball, Defensor didn’t seem to suffer it.
Martin Silva had some key catches that, as well as the rain, helped the Violet team. By the end of the match, the Uruguayan team pulled out their claw and was very close to score. Defensor had three clear opportunities to score. In spite of not beating the Flamengo’s goal and their victory, the one that ended up celebrating was Defensor, who moves on in the Libertadores Cup.
Defensor has achieved, for the first time in their history, the classification to the round of eight which makes them one of the eight best teams in America. They made it in spite of the defeat they suffered to the Flamengo in their away game that took place in the Maracaná stadium filled with over 60,000 fans. The continuation in the cup was possible thanks to the result the Violet team in the first match.