University of Sports Their chances of reaching the round of 16 of the 2023 Copa Sudamericana became more difficult. On Matchday 5 of Group G, Cremeclub lost 2-0 at Independiente Santa Fe, two points behind the leaders Goias and tied on points with the Cardinals team with seven units each, albeit ahead of the Colombians as they have scored the most goals.
With just a day to go before this stage ends, the Jorge Fossati-led side’s chances of qualifying are intact, but depend on what happens to the other clubs in the same group. However, the creams also run the risk of being left out if a series of outcomes unfavorable to their interests occur.
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Which results eliminate Universitario from the Copa Sudamericana?
Universitario are eliminated from this Copa Sudamericana in the group stage if they lose to Gimnasia by two goals on the last matchday, because that way “Lobo” would catch up with them on points but would have a better goal difference.
In the event of a loss by just one goal against the Argentines, the ‘U’ is omitted if Santa Fe wins or draws against Goiás, as it would end up under both squads in these scenarios.
How is Universitario doing in the Group G table?
This is how the position table of Group G looks like, with one game still to go. First place goes straight to the round of 16, while runners-up play a play-off against one of the eight clubs that finished third in the Copa Libertadores group stage.
Universitario is second in Group G of the tournament. Photo: South American Conmebol
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What does Universitario need to qualify for the round of 16?
To go straight into the top 16 of this Copa Sudamericana, Universitario must beat Gimnasia and hope that Santa Fe Goiás wins by the same number of points. In the event of a draw between Colombia and Brazil, the “U” must be at least four goals clear, provided that the other two teams draw no more than 2-2. To at least get access to repechage, students just have to draw.