Olimpia’s decisive night
Club Olimpia’s 3-1 victory over River Plate led a South American round that left several groups finely balanced.
**Olimpia’s win over River Plate was the round’s defining result.** On 10 April, Club Olimpia beat Club Atlético River Plate 3-1 to move to 12 points and remain top of Group F. Club Atlético Colón de Santa Fe also reached 12 after winning 2-1 at Colo Colo, while Club Atlético Boca Juniors beat Atlético Mineiro 3-0.
The Copa Libertadores’ 16 games also brought wins for Club Nacional de Football, Defensor Sporting Club and Deportivo La Guaira, among others. With four matches played in every group, the next matchday will test the leaders’ advantage and the hopes of those chasing them: Groups A, C and D remain especially tight behind the top side.