Deportivo Cuenca exits the Copa Sudamericana in humiliating fashion at Vila Belmiro (VIDEO)
Los Camisetas Coloradas were eliminated after a heavy defeat to Santos, a result that confirmed their exit from the competition following a weak home performance the previous week. They showed no real resistance and offered little response after falling behind, as the Brazilian side controlled the match and punished them repeatedly. The loss may have been even more severe if Santos had taken more of their chances.
The game was decided by goals from Gabigol, an own goal by the visiting goalkeeper, and a strike from Gabriel Bontempo, which sealed the fate of the Ecuadorian team. The result left Los Camisetas Coloradas at the bottom of their group, ending their campaign in disappointment.
Santos finished strongly enough to advance, joining Deportivo Recoleta of Paraguay in the next round after both clubs secured qualification from the group. The Brazilian team’s superior attacking quality and efficiency in front of goal made the difference, while the Ecuadorian side struggled to contain sustained pressure and never found the momentum needed to turn the match around.
The elimination also meant disappointment for San Lorenzo, who likewise failed to progress. With the group stage concluded, Santos and Deportivo Recoleta moved on, while Los Camisetas Coloradas and San Lorenzo were left out of the competition after failing to deliver the results needed to stay alive.
