River achieved a favorable result in Bogotá. The team led by Eduardo Coudet drew 0-0 against Independiente Santa Fe at El Campín, in the first leg of the round of 16 of the 2026 Copa Conmebol Sudamericana, and is well positioned for the return match at the Monumental.
However, the match left a situation that could generate an economic inconvenience for the club. During one of the hydration breaks, Coudet removed an ambient microphone installed on the substitutes' bench, an action that is not allowed by the competition's regulations.
Why could River be sanctioned by Conmebol?
Sound capture devices are part of the official television production of the matches, and their manipulation by team members is covered by Conmebol's rules.
