Racing defeated Cuiabá 2-1 in a South American Cup clash held at the Arena Pantanal, with the result moving Racing to nine points and placing them second on goal difference in Group B.
The Academy had suffered a 3-1 setback in Peru against Melgar and found themselves briefly trailing in the standings for the first time this season. The match demanded a win on the road in Mato Grosso, and Racing began with urgency as Cuiabá pressed forward. In the 29th minute, Marllon opened the scoring for the home side, and Cuiabá created several clear chances to extend the lead in the early stages.
Racing weathered the early pressure and began to impose its own game plan, growing more dangerous as the half progressed. The momentum shifted noticeably late in the period, and Aníbal Moreno delivered a decisive finish in a patient, well-executed buildup that set the tone for Racing’s late surge.
The home side set a combative tone, insisting on a high-intensity approach that featured a number of hard challenges. The referee issued several yellow cards as part of a robust physical contest, and the Argentines occasionally joined the fray, with the match tallying a notable number of fouls and bookings. At the 59th minute, Enzo Copetti converted a superb finish to put Racing ahead, completing the comeback and sealing the advantage for the visitors.
Following the victory, Racing received a warm response from fans and teammates. The team now faces two home fixtures, with remaining matches against Melgar and River Plate Montevideo shaping a pivotal phase of the group campaign. The next date looms large as the Peruvians also sit on nine points, ensuring a fiercely competitive pathway in Group B.
GROUP B OF THE SOUTH AMERICAN CUP 2022
THE 2022 SOUTH AMERICAN CUP HIGHLIGHTS
In GOAL and related coverage, fans are invited to review the match goals and statistics for a fuller understanding of the performance and key moments.
GOALS, SUMMARY AND CONTROVERSY
- The Cuiabá versus Racing match for Date 4 of the South American Cup 2022, presented live for fans and followers.
- A new broadcast from GOAL offers the Pantanal Arena encounter between the Academy and El Dorado, capturing the intensity of the clash.
- Racing secured the win; fans can relive the best moments of the match.
- The goalscorer arrived as Enzo Copetti made it 2-1 with a clinical finish.
- The attacking spark continued with Aníbal Moreno finding the net to restore parity and deliver the first major lead of the night for Racing.
- Cuiabá briefly opened the scoring in Brazil.
⚽️ I relived the main triumph of Racing Club away from home!
The Academy beat Cuiabá and asserted superiority in Group B of the CONMEBOL South American Cup—The Great Conquest.
⚽️ Perfect execution for the winning goal from Gonzalo Piovi, who delivered a precise cross and an emphatic finish by Copetti.
⚽️ What a strike by Aníbal Moreno—a great definition to tie the game and help guide Racing toward victory. The Great Conquest captioned visuals captured the moment.
GOAL FOR CUIABÁ! Marlon.
Cuiabá 1–0 Racing, a moment that sparked the late-game drama in the South American spectacle.
THE TARGET EXAMPLE
| CONTEST |
Cuiaba – Racing |
|---|---|
| DATE | Tuesday 3 May |
| STADIUM | Pantanal Sand | Cuiaba, Brazil |
| SCHEDULE |
19:15 Argentine time18:15 Chile Time17:15 Colombia and Mexico time |
WATCH LIVE ON TV AND STREAMING
The match between Racing and Cuiabá is broadcast across South America by ESPN, available to subscribers of the Soccer Pack with participating cable providers.
ESPN
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cablevision |
103 |
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Telecenter |
105 1011 |
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DirecTV |
621 1621 |
FORMATIONS
CUIABA
walter; Joao Lucas, Alan Empereur, Marllon, Uendel; Felipe Marques, Marcao, Pepe, Valdivia; Aleson, Elton. DT: Painted.
TO RACE
Gaston Gomez; Facundo Mura, Leonardo Sigali, Emiliano Insua, Gonzalo Piovi; Leonel Miranda, Anibal Moreno, Carlos Alcaraz; Fabricio Dominguez, Enzo Copetti, Tomas Chancalay. DT: Fernando Gago
STATISTICS
Source: Goal