In a tight match, Melgar made the difference in the penalty shootout and defeated Internacional de Porto Alegre in the quarterfinals of the Copa Sudamericana. With this achievement, the Arequipa team achieved the best performance in Conmebol tournaments by a Peruvian team since Cienciano in 2003.
This victory generated a great reaction among the Rojinegros fans and Peruvian football fans. Furthermore, the qualification to the semifinals did not go unnoticed by the international press. Next, take a look at the publications from foreign media.
Diario Olé
"Batacazo: Melgar eliminated Inter. The team led by the Argentine defeated them on penalties in Porto Alegre and will play the semifinals of the Sudamericana," said the Argentine newspaper.
Olé about Melgar. Photo: Olé screenshot
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ESPN
"Historical! Melgar eliminated Inter in Brazil on penalties and is in the semifinals of the Conmebol Sudamericana," the international media reported.
ESPN about Melgar. Photo: ESPN screenshot
Varsky Sports
"Melgar is in the semifinals of the Copa Sudamericana! They won 3-1 on penalties against Internacional after a 0-0 draw in the aggregate. They are having their best performance in the tournament. They will face Independiente del Valle," wrote the Argentine journalist.
Varsky Sports about Melgar. Photo: Varsky Sports screenshot
Globo.com
"Inter stopped by Cáceda in penalties and eliminated by Melgar in the Copa Sudamericana," the Brazilian media stated.
Globo about Melgar. Photo: Globo screenshot
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As
"Melgar, into the semifinals! The 'Lion of the South' conquered Beira-Rio. They kept the clean sheet in a tough and demanding match. Cáceda excelled in regular time and in the penalty shootout," said the Spanish newspaper.
As about Melgar. Photo: As screenshot
When will Melgar vs. Independiente del Valle play?
The first leg will be played between August 30 and September 1, while the second leg will be played between September 6 and 8. The time of the match is yet to be confirmed.
Which channel will broadcast Melgar vs. Independiente del Valle?
DirecTV Sports will be the channel in charge of