Wed May 07 00:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Godoy Cruz Edges Out Sportivo Luqueño in Tense Copa Sudamericana Match
**LUQUE, Paraguay** – Godoy Cruz secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Sportivo Luqueño in a hard-fought Copa Sudamericana Group D match on Tuesday. The Argentine side dominated possession, repeatedly testing the Paraguayan goalkeeper Alfredo Aguilar. While Luqueño defended resolutely, the pressure eventually told. Substitute Agustín Auzmendi scored a stunning goal in the 72nd minute, securing the win for Godoy Cruz.
The victory puts Godoy Cruz firmly in the driver’s seat to qualify for the knockout stages with 10 points. Luqueño, meanwhile, remains bottom of the group with only 1 point and is eliminated from contention. They retain a chance to earn a CONMEBOL sporting merit award of USD 115,000 for a match victory. The outcome of the remaining matches between Gremio and Atlético Grau will determine the final standings.
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