Universidad Católica defeated Boca Juniors at the Alberto J. Armando stadium and advanced to the round of 16 in the Copa Libertadores. The win marks the first victory by a Chilean team on points at La Bombonera in an official continental tournament match.
The team led by Daniel Garnero used a 4-1-4-1 formation that included Jimmy Martínez and Juan Ignacio Díaz. Martínez contributed in recovery and defense, while Díaz recorded ten clearances and several interceptions.
Fernando Zampedri made the difference by pressuring Leandro Paredes and removing him from the game. The Boca midfielder later confirmed he played with an ischiotibial injury.
Boca fans sang a xenophobic chant against Chile during the match. Conmebol could impose fines or sanctions on the club under its disciplinary code.
In the round of 16, Universidad Católica will face Estudiantes de La Plata, first as visitors.
