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Penarol vs Santa Fe | CONMEBOL Libertadores - Summary Preview

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Penarol

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28 May 2026

00:30 (UTC+0)

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Santa Fe

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A high-stakes finale in Montevideo sees Penarol fighting for a lifeline into the Copa Sudamericana while Santa Fe only needs a draw to secure their own continental progression. The Colombians' defensive discipline will be tested by an increasingly desperate home side that has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 10 home matches across all competitions.

Home Motivation

High

Penarol is mathematically out of the Libertadores but needs a victory to secure third place for Sudamericana qualification.

Away Motivation

High

Santa Fe needs only a draw to secure third place and continental football in the Sudamericana, while a loss would see them eliminated entirely.

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Key Metrics

Home

Metric

Away

1.09

xG conceded per game

All comps (EWMA)

0.85

Santa Fe is significantly tighter at the back, conceding fewer expected goals on a recent-form basis compared to the hosts.

61%

Pass accuracy %

All comps (EWMA)

76%

Santa Fe demonstrates much better control of the ball, which supports their manager's aim to dictate the pressing lines in midfield.

10%

Clean sheet %

Last 10 matches

30%

In their last 10 matches, Santa Fe has tripled the clean sheet output of Penarol, who has struggled for defensive shutouts.

90%

BTTS % at venue

All comps at venue

80%

Both teams have extremely high tendencies for goals at both ends when playing at their respective home/away scopes.

1.3

Points Per Game (PPG)

Last 10 matches

1.9

Santa Fe has been much more efficient at picking up results over their last 10 matches compared to Penarol.

Form & Streaks

Penarol has failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last 10 matches at home (0% clean sheet rate).

Santa Fe has been difficult to beat lately, losing only 1 of their last 10 matches across all competitions.

Santa Fe has seen a draw in 5 of their last 10 away matches across all competitions.

Tactical Overview

This Group E closer pits Penarol’s urgent need for a win against Santa Fe’s superior recent form. Despite a recent 2-0 win over Defensor Sporting, Penarol has struggled for consistency, highlighted by their recent 1-1 home draw against Corinthians where they failed to capitalize on home advantage. Trending at a recent-form average of 1.26 xG created per game, Matías Arezo and Jesús Trindade must find a way to penetrate a Santa Fe backline led by Victor Moreno that is conceding just 0.85 xG per game in recent form. Santa Fe arrives having won 5 of their last 10 matches, including a vital 2-1 victory over Platense, and will likely adopt the patient approach mentioned in insider buzz. With Daniel Torres anchoring the midfield to dictate pressing lines, the Colombians will look to exploit Penarol’s defensive vulnerabilities, as the hosts have seen both teams score in 90% of their last 10 matches at this venue.

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Based on reports

Key Players

Penarol will likely rely on the attacking prowess of Matías Arezo, who is known for his ability to find the back of the net. In midfield, Jesús Trindade will be crucial for controlling the tempo and distributing the ball, while defender Maximiliano Olivera provides an experienced presence in the backline, essential for organizing the defense.

Absences

L. Fernandez

injury

OUT

F. Gonzalez

inactive

OUT

B. Alvarez

inactive

OUT

N. Herrera

injury

DOUBT

F. Alvez

injury

OUT

Home

Key Players

Penarol will likely rely on the attacking prowess of Matías Arezo, who is known for his ability to find the back of the net. In midfield, Jesús Trindade will be crucial for controlling the tempo and distributing the ball, while defender Maximiliano Olivera provides an experienced presence in the backline, essential for organizing the defense.

Absences

L. Fernandez

injury

OUT

F. Gonzalez

inactive

OUT

B. Alvarez

inactive

OUT

N. Herrera

injury

DOUBT

F. Alvez

injury

OUT

Away

Key Players

For Santa Fe, striker Hugo Rodallega will be a focal point in attack, expected to provide offensive threat. Midfielder Daniel Torres will be vital in the center of the park, contributing to both defense and attack. Defensively, Victor Moreno will be a key figure, tasked with organizing the back line and making crucial interceptions.

Absences

Y. Velasquez

inactive

OUT

Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

Referee Profile

K. Ortega

14 matches officiated · 2026/27

average

Cards/G

4.9

avg 5.2

Fouls/G

17.4

avg 22.3

Pen Rate

0.43

Very High

Across 14 matches in all competitions this season, K. Ortega averages 4.86 cards per game, which is slightly below the league average of 5.21. However, his high penalty rate of 0.43 per game is a critical factor for this match, as Penarol's desperation to attack could lead to high-pressure situations in the box against Santa Fe's disciplined defense.

Key Note

awards penalties at 0.43/game.

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