Atlético-MG held by Bolívar at altitude in Sul-Americana quarters | OneFootball

Playing at the Hernando Siles stadium in La Paz, at an altitude of 3650 m, Atlético-MG conceded a draw to Bolívar at 2-2, in the quarterfinals of the South American Cup. Vitor Hugo and Alexsander scored for the first time wearing the Galo jersey, but Robson Matheus and Dorny Romero (penalty) leveled the score for the Bolivians.

Match situation

With the result, whoever wins in Belo Horizonte takes the spot in the next phase. In case of a tie in the aggregate, the match goes to penalties. The return match takes place next Wednesday, at 7pm (Brasília time), at MRV Arena.

The team that advances faces, in the semifinals, the winner of Independiente del Valle x Once Caldas.

📋 Match summary

BOLÍVAR 2 x 2 ATLÉTICO-MG

🏆 Competition: Quarterfinals of the South American Cup 🏟️ Location: Hernando Siles Stadium, La Paz (Bolivia) 📅 Date: September 17, 2025 (Wednesday) ⏰ Time: 7pm (Brasília time)

Goals

⚽ Alexsander, at 44′ of the 1st half (Atlético-MG) ⚽ Vitor Hugo, at 50′ of the 1st half (Atlético-MG) ⚽Robson Matheus, at 2′ of the 2nd half (Bolívar) ⚽Dorny Romero, at 43′ of the 2nd half (Bolívar)

How was the game?

Bolívar started more aggressively, seeking the attack from the first minutes with shots from outside the box and crosses, but Everson stood out with great saves. At 32 minutes, Atlético-MG had to substitute Cuello, who was injured, and Caio Paulista came in.

The first goal of the Minas Gerais team came still in the first half, at 44 minutes, when Rony advanced on a counterattack and served Scarpa, who rolled it to Alexsander to open the score. Shortly after, at 50 minutes, Vitor Hugo headed into the goal after a free kick from Scarpa, extending Galo's advantage before the break.

In the second half, Bolívar managed to reduce the score at 2 minutes, when Robson Matheus rose higher in the box and headed to score. At 11 minutes, however, the reaction lost strength when Gariglio was sent off after a hard tackle on Caio Paulista, leaving the team with one less player.

Even with the numerical advantage of Atlético-MG, Bolívar continued trying to create chances. At 24 minutes, the Bolivians had a penalty, but Cauteruccio sent the ball to the crossbar. The draw happened in another penalty, at 43 minutes. However, this time, the net shook, with a goal from Dorny Romero.

Next matches

Bolívar Receives Academia del Balompie at 12pm (Brasília time), at Hernando Siles stadium, for the Bolivian Championship.

Atlético-MG Visits Botafogo, at 6:30pm, at Nilton Santos, for the 24th round of the Brasileirão.

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