Palmeiras opened the score with Flaco López in the second half, but Cerro Porteño equalized in extra time, with a goal that involved a mistake by Palmeiras' goalkeeper Carlos Miguel. Andreas Pereira was sent off in the match, and Palmeiras' coach Abel Ferreira considered the expulsion to be rigorous. Ferreira also defended Carlos Miguel, saying that he was not entirely responsible for the goal.
The match was a closely contested one, with both teams creating chances. Palmeiras had the better of the game in the first half, but Cerro Porteño came back strongly in the second half. The equalizing goal was a result of a mistake by Carlos Miguel, who failed to hold onto a cross. The ball fell to a Cerro Porteño player, who scored the equalizer.
Abel Ferreira was critical of the referee's decision to send off Andreas Pereira, saying that it was a harsh call. He also defended Carlos Miguel, saying that he was not entirely responsible for the goal. Ferreira said that Palmeiras had created enough chances to win the game, but failed to convert them.
Palmeiras now need to win the return match in Paraguay to advance to the quarterfinals. The match will be a tough one for the Brazilian side, but they will be confident of getting the result they need.