The Red Matador qualified for the next stage until Ocampos and Martínez made it 2-1 in Asunción.
In just five minutes, Paraguay’s Nacional equalized the series and forced penalties to qualify. Sports Huancayo won easily in Asunción thanks to Donald Millán’s superb goal in the first half. However, the locals surprised by Cristhian Ocampos (63′) j Mathias Martinez (69.), who gave their team the partial victory for phase 1 of the Copa Libertadores.
Nacional’s first goal came 63 minutes into the second half. A corner kick for the Paraguayans and Ocampos met a precise pass from teammate Alfaro to equalize. After the annotation, the referee consulted with the VAR about a possible expanded position of assistant Juan. However, everything was legal and the destination was confirmed.
Sport Huancayo vs. Nacional: That was the goal of Ocampos
Sport Huancayo vs. National: That was the goal of Martínez
The second goal came through the work and grace of Mathías Martínez. The footballer received a pass from teammate David Fleitas to repel a massive bombing attack, leaving goalkeeper Zamudio unable to react in time to get the ball out. With this goal, Nacional equalized the series (3:3) and for the time being the qualification for phase 3 of the Copa Libertadores will be decided on penalties.