Official announcements from the Argentine Football Association (AFA)

Racing Club Wins CONMEBOL Sudamericana 2024, Defeating Cruzeiro 3-1

Nov 23, 2024, 10:01 PM

Racing Club emerged as the new champion of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana 2024, defeating Cruzeiro 3-1 in the final held at La Nueva Olla in Asunción, Paraguay. The victory marked Racing's first title in the competition and their first international trophy in 36 years. Goals from Gastón Martirena, Adrián 'Maravilla' Martínez, and Roger Martínez sealed the historic win for the Argentine side. Despite a late goal from Cruzeiro's Kaio Jorge, Racing held on to secure the championship. The win also guarantees Racing a spot in the next CONMEBOL Libertadores.