The Corinthians team had a solid defensive performance, with only two shots on goal by Rosario Central. Ángel Di María, the key player for Rosario Central, was neutralized by the Corinthians team, who maintained possession of the ball and prevented Rosario Central from dominating the game. This allowed Corinthians to secure a precious draw and move closer to the quarterfinals.
The match was marked by racist insults directed at Corinthians goalkeeper Hugo Souza, which is a concerning issue that has been repeated in the CONMEBOL Libertadores. Despite the tense atmosphere, Corinthians' defensive performance was commendable, with goalkeeper Hugo Souza making an important save and the team's defense holding strong.
Corinthians' coach Fernando Diniz praised the team's strategy, saying it paid off in the end. The team's solid defensive performance and ability to neutralize Di María were key factors in their success.