Monagas showed their dominance once more in the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores, this time on the road, securing a 2-0 win over Defensor Sporting with goals from Tomás Rodríguez and Andrés Romero. The victory punches their ticket to the next round.

Statement Win in Montevideo

The Uruguayan side came out strong, determined to overturn the deficit, and dominated the first 30 minutes with relentless attacking play. But in the 35th minute, Andrés Romero delivered a perfectly timed through ball to Tomás Rodríguez, who finished with class to give the Venezuelan squad a 1-0 lead.

Monagas Seals the Deal and Marches On

Needing three goals to survive, Defensor Sporting threw everything forward in the second half, leaving gaps at the back. In the 61st minute, Andrés Romero took full advantage, firing a stunning long-range strike to seal the 2-0 win.

With this result, Monagas moves on to the second phase of the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores, where they will face Cerro Porteño. Meanwhile, Defensor Sporting bows out of the competition without scoring a single goal in the tie.