Danubio vs Peñarol

Danubio and Peñarol played out a 1-1 draw at Jardines del Hipódromo in their final Group 1 match of the Copa AUF Uruguay, a result that still sent both sides through to the round of 16. The game was delayed by broadcasting issues before kicking off, and the standout moment came late when Danubio salvaged a share of the spoils after trailing for nearly half an hour. Peñarol went ahead in the 52nd minute when a cross from Valentín Rivera was only half-cleared by Leandro Sosa, with the rebound cannoning off Danubio defender Gonzalo Rodríguez and into his own net. Danubio pushed back and found their equalizer in the 80th minute through Mateo Peralta, who struck powerfully to beat the Peñarol defense. Jonathan Rodríguez squandered a clear chance for Peñarol, while Rodríguez also had a goal chalked off for offside. No red cards or penalties were shown. The draw was enough for Peñarol to top Group 1 with five points, while Danubio advanced as one of the best third-placed teams alongside Montevideo City Torque. Both clubs now turn their attention to the knockout rounds with qualification secured despite a share of the points.