LDU Quito Stuns Palmeiras in Copa Libertadores Semi-Finals
LDU Quito delivered a major upset in the CONMEBOL Libertadores semi-finals, defeating favorites Palmeiras 3-0 at the Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium.
The Ecuadorian team took advantage of Quito's altitude and a dominant first half to leave Palmeiras on the brink of elimination. Bolivian Gabriel Villamil opened the scoring with a stunning goal in the 15th minute, followed by Lisandro Alzugaray's penalty conversion in the 26th minute.
Villamil sealed the win with his second goal in stoppage time, assisted by Bryan Ramírez, leaving Palmeiras shaken. This victory marks LDU Quito's return to a Libertadores semi-final after 17 years.
LDU Quito's 3-0 win puts them in a strong position to advance to the final.
Author's summary: LDU Quito defeats Palmeiras 3-0 in Copa Libertadores semi-finals.
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