Vasco da Gama defeated Olimpia 4-1 in the Copa Sudamericana and advanced to the quarters. The Brazilian side, struggling in the Brasileirao, found relief in the international competition. The match was decided in the first half, with Esteban Matus opening the score at 15 minutes with a left-footed strike from 30 meters. Thiago Mendes and David Correa equalized for Vasco before halftime.
In the second half, Olimpia tried to respond but Vasco exploited defensive gaps. Adson Ferreira extended the lead at 25 minutes of the second half, and Claudio Spinelli sealed the victory with a header at 39 minutes. With qualification secured, Vasco awaits the winner of the River Plate vs. Independiente Santa Fe tie.
The Brazilian club can also count on Facundo Colidio and Santiago Sosa in the quarters, following their recent signings.
