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Away teams secure Copa Libertadores qualification despite extreme possession deficits
- Two away victories on the final matchday of the Copa Libertadores group stage secured knockout qualification, despite extreme dominance in possession from the hosts.
- Universidad Católica defeated Boca Juniors 1-0 with just 29% possession and two total shots, while Platense defeated Corinthians 2-0 with only 23% possession and 118 accurate passes.
- Both victories coincided with the teams securing spots in the round of 16, with Universidad Católica's win eliminating Boca Juniors from the tournament.
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Boca Juniors vs Universidad Católica (0-1) on May 29, 2026; Católica won with 29% possession, 2 shots (0 inside the box, 1 on goal), and 0.07 expected goals, while Boca had 71% possession and 22 shots (1.63 expected goals). Corinthians vs Platense (0-2) on May 28, 2026; Platense won with 23% possession and 118 accurate passes, while Corinthians had 77% possession and 559 accurate passes. Both victories occurred on the final matchday of the group stage.