It’s been smooth sailing so far for Velez Sarsfield in Buenos Aires, as they lead LDU Quito by a score of 2-0. Both goals came early on in the first half, and since then, they have been considerably less aggressive. And really, who can blame them? If they can get out of this game without allowing LDU to pick up an away goal, it should be relatively smooth sailing for them in Ecuador.
Velez Sarsfield Vs. LDU Quito, 2011 Copa Libertadores: 2-0 Halftime, Hosts Dominant
Augusto Fernandez has picked up a brace for Velez, scoring two goals from midfield. He’s finished his chances well, but both goals were much more about the setup than the finish. The first was assisted by Santiago Silva, who beat multiple defenders before swinging in a great cross to Fernandez from the left flank, which Fernandez finished. The second was set up by Juan Manuel Martinez, who made a stunning long run through the center of the pitch with the run before laying off for Martinez.
Velez are likely to sit back a bit in the second half, and they’re very much in the driver’s seat in this tie.
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