The opening matchday of the Copa Sudamericana ended with three draws out of four matches, with away teams gaining points. Botafogo, despite an early setback, managed to secure a draw at home and will face Racing in their next match.
😓 Draws and more draws in the Sudamericana round
The opening matchday of the Copa Sudamericana played its final games, leaving three draws in the four matches of the day. The away sides took advantage and picked up points against teams that failed to make the most of playing at home.
It was not the best day for the Brazilian teams, and O Glorioso was no exception. They went behind early but managed to respond so they would not leave empty-handed. Botafogo will face a tough opponent on matchday two when they travel to take on Racing.
América was the only team to score, though unfortunately one of those goals ended up in their own net. Los Diablos Rojos salvaged a point away to Macará and are now already thinking about hosting Alianza Atlético on matchday two.
Carabobo finished the matchday at the top of Group H, pulling off a surprise home win over Bragantino. With an early goal, Carabobo withstood the Brazilian attacks and has made the group more interesting.
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The opening matchday featured four matches, with three ending in draws and one team securing a win.
Botafogo fell behind early but managed to equalize, resulting in a draw at home.
Botafogo will face Racing in their upcoming match on matchday two.


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