0-0 Draw Caps Tense Copa Sudamericana Clash

Independiente Santa Fe and River Plate played out a 0-0 draw in the Copa Sudamericana. Neither side found the net despite an eventful opening period and several clear opportunities, particularly for the home team.

The match finished with both teams level on the scoreboard after 90 minutes. No goals were recorded in the official match data, leaving the contest goalless despite early activity.

First-Half Flow and Key Moments

Play began with immediate intensity. River Plate registered an early shot on target in the second minute through Lautaro Rivero, earning a corner. Santa Fe responded quickly with efforts from Hugo Rodallega and later Nahuel Bustos, who struck the woodwork twice in the first half.

Multiple fouls disrupted rhythm, with River Plate picking up three yellow cards compared to Santa Fe’s one. Throw-ins and goal kicks came frequently, but neither side converted their openings into a lead. The half ended without a goal despite Santa Fe’s greater threat.

Standout Stats and Second-Half Control

Santa Fe held a clear edge in expected goals with 1.33 to River Plate’s 0.08. The home side recorded more shots on target and hit the woodwork on two occasions, both credited to Bustos. Rodallega also tested the goalkeeper once.

River Plate managed limited shots on target, one each from Rivero and Aníbal Moreno. Corners finished even at two apiece. Santa Fe committed 10 fouls while River Plate were called for 16. Offsides were recorded once for each team.

The second half produced fewer clear chances as both teams tightened defensively. No red cards were shown and the game remained physical but scoreless through the closing stages.

Overall, Santa Fe created the higher-quality opportunities yet could not capitalize. River Plate stayed compact and earned a point on the road in the Copa Sudamericana. Check AltBets for live scores and additional match insights.