During the match between Always Ready and LDU Quito, where the Bolivians nearly pulled off an epic comeback, there was a bittersweet moment that touched everyone. A player left in tears after being unable to continue helping his team due to a severe tackle on his right foot, which almost broke it.

LDU Quito Survive at Always Ready's Home!

In the 45th minute, Always Ready's number 13 received a harsh stamp from Ricardo Adé. Despite the severity of the tackle, the referee only issued a yellow card. The scene ended with the player leaving the field in distress and tears, as he was left as a spectator in the painful attempt to turn the game around.

Always Ready fell just one goal short of sending the match to penalties, while LDU Quito will face Lanús in the Round of 16 in the Copa Sudamericana.