Vasco da Gama eliminated by Boca Juniors in semi-final
Vasco da Gama were knocked out by Boca Juniors in the Copa Sul-Americana semi-final, according to Gazeta Esportiva and Placar.
Vasco da Gama were eliminated from the Copa Sul-Americana by Boca Juniors on Tuesday evening. According to Gazeta Esportiva and Placar, Boca Juniors won 3-1, with a mistake by goalkeeper Léo Jardim, and overturned the narrow first-leg lead, which the Brazilian club had secured at the Bombonera.
Coach Pedro Emanuel, quoted by Bola na Rede, missed out on the competition's final. Thiago Mendes apologised to the supporters, reports Terra. According to ge, he criticised his teammates, denouncing a lack of respect towards the team. UOL Esporte reports comments from players, including that they entered the match without concentration. The game ended with disturbances, as Maisfutebol and A Bola note.
