Red Bull Bragantino 1:0 Sporting Cristal — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Red Bull Bragantino edged past Club Sporting Cristal 1-0 in the CONMEBOL Sudamericana playoff round, thanks to a second-half strike from Pedro Henrique. The home side dominated proceedings but needed a Sporting Cristal red card to break the deadlock.

Martín Távara was sent off for a second bookable offence in the 56th minute, reducing the visitors to ten men. Three minutes later, Pedro Henrique converted from Lucas Barbosa's assist to give Bragantino the lead, a lead they held comfortably.

The numbers told the story of Bragantino's control: 23 shots to Sporting Cristal's five, 57% possession, 11 corner kicks to none, and an expected goals tally of 2.08 against 0.42. Despite their dominance, only three shots tested the Sporting Cristal goalkeeper.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Red Bull Bragantino vs Club Sporting Cristal?

Red Bull Bragantino 1-0 Club Sporting Cristal (CONMEBOL Sudamericana, Playoff round).

Who scored?

Pedro Henrique (59', assist Lucas Barbosa) for Red Bull Bragantino.

Were there any red cards in Red Bull Bragantino vs Club Sporting Cristal?

Yes — sent off: Martín Távara (Club Sporting Cristal, 56').

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