An Atlético midfielder scores the goal before the Libertadores midfield

Racing took the lead in Group A of the Libertadores (Photo: Reproduce/Instagram)

At Atlético, Matias Rojas, from Racing, scored a plate against Noblens, in the first match of the group stage of the Copa Libertadores de América, on Wednesday (5). Kicking before the center circle, the 27-year-old Paraguayan midfielder stunned the opposing goalkeeper by covering and opening the scoring, 15 minutes into the game. Racing continued to score and beat the Chilean national team by 2-0, with goals from Rojas and Paulo Guerrero.

As a result, the Argentine club advanced in Group A of the Libertadores, the same key as Flamengo, which was defeated by Ecuador from ACAs, and occupied third place.

In the goal of Atletico?

After the departure of Ademir and Eduardo Sasha, some journalists claimed that Atlético would be interested in Matias Rojas to strengthen the squad for the 2023 season.

With a bond with Racing until June 30 this year, Argentine reporter Cesar Luis Melo confirmed that the rooster was going to make a “giant” offer for the player. despite of, According to inside sources at the club, Gallo never made an offer or search for the attacking midfielder. The transfer window closed on 4 April.