- The CONMEBOL Sudamericana ‘Great Conquest’ semi-final first legs saw goalkeepers emerge as some of the standout performers in the opening encounters.
- With outstanding displays between the posts, the goalkeepers took responsibility for keeping their sides in contention ahead of the second legs.
The CONMEBOL Sudamericana began a new stage of its knockout phase with two matches full of emotion and passion.
Léo Jardim, Vasco da Gama’s goalkeeper, kept a clean sheet as the Cruz-Maltino travelled to face Boca Juniors. Gabriel Delfim, once again a standout for Atlético Mineiro, produced a single but crucial save to deny Salomón Rodríguez while the score was still goalless. Franco Torgnascioli, meanwhile, prevented Montevideo City Torque from suffering a heavier defeat. They were the standout goalkeeping performances across the ties. Here are the best saves of the round, presented by UENO.