Gustavo Gómez shows attacking and defensive class against River | OneFootball

Palmeiras relied on a decisive performance by Gustavo Gómez to defeat River Plate 2-1 on Wednesday, at the start of the quarter-final clash of the Copa Libertadores de América.

The Paraguayan defender was one of the standout players of the match in Buenos Aires, not only for scoring a goal but also for his solid and dominant performance in the defensive sector.

According to data from SofaScore, Gustavo Gómez was a true pillar in the Palmeiras defense:

Gustavo Gómez: leader on the field

With impressive numbers, the captain of Palmeiras once again confirmed his role as a technical and leadership reference on the field. Besides scoring the team's first goal, Gustavo Gómez was responsible for neutralizing a large part of River's offensive efforts, ensuring defensive security and giving the team confidence in moments of pressure.

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