Costas hails Racing's Libertadores semi-final: "Our best game" | OneFootball

On Tuesday night, Racing became the first team to secure a spot in the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores, after a 1-0 victory over Vélez Sarsfield at El Cilindro Stadium. Coach Gustavo Costas celebrated the qualification and praised the team's performance.

“We must remember that we haven't won anything yet. Today was one of our best matches, we had to go out and win from the start, despite the advantage. I will fight with this team,” said Gustavo Costas in a press conference.

At El Cilindro Stadium, Racing scored the winning goal in the 36th minute of the second half. After a low cross from the left side of the attack by Gabriel Rojas, Santiago Solari appeared in the box to finish unmarked and secure the home team's qualification.

Thus, coach Gustavo Costas's team defeated Vélez Sarsfield with an aggregate score of 2-0 and will compete in a Copa Libertadores semifinal for the first time in 28 years.

Awaiting Flamengo or Estudiantes

Now, Racing awaits the winner of the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes to find out their opponent in the Copa Libertadores semifinal. The Rubro-negro won the first game at Maracanã, 2-1, and holds the advantage.

The return match takes place this Thursday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in La Plata, Argentina. Flamengo can advance with a draw, while Estudiantes need to win by two goals to secure a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinal.

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