Atlético Mineiro Triumphs Over Bucaramanga in Dramatic Copa Sudamericana Thriller

Atlético Mineiro secured their place in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Copa Sudamericana after a tense and dramatic penalty shootout victory against Atlético Bucaramanga at the Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte.

The match ended 0-0 after regulation time on July 24, 2025, with both teams showing defensive resilience and tactical discipline. This deadlock led to a penalty shootout where Atlético Mineiro showcased exceptional composure, winning 3-1 on penalties.

The shootout proved to be the decisive factor as Mineiro’s goalkeeper Everson emerged as the hero, making crucial saves and even scoring the winning penalty kick himself. This victory allows Atlético Mineiro to continue their campaign for continental glory as the sole remaining Brazilian club in the tournament following the earlier eliminations of Vasco da Gama, Bahia, and Grêmio.

Atlético Bucaramanga, despite the heartbreaking loss, impressed with their defensive performance and managed to level the aggregate score during the earlier leg confrontations. Their goalkeeper Aldair Quintana was exceptional throughout the match, pulling off several vital saves that kept the tension high until the final moments.

Now, Atlético Mineiro will face Argentina’s Godoy Cruz in the Round of 16, setting up an exciting South American clash as the Copa Sudamericana progresses.

The win marks a significant moment for Atlético Mineiro as they hold steady in South America’s prestigious second-tier club competition, with high hopes to advance even further in the tournament.