Maravilla Martinez Leads Racing to Victory with Crucial Goal

Adrian 'Maravilla' Martinez scored the only goal in the 53rd minute, leading Racing to a 1-0 win over Velez Sarsfield in the first leg of their Copa Libertadores quarterfinal. Racing aims for its second title, while Velez prepares to host the return leg next week.

Adrian 'Maravilla' Martinez proved to be Racing's hero as he netted the only goal in their 1-0 victory over Velez Sarsfield during the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals first leg.

The critical strike came in the 53rd minute, positioning Racing to chase its second Copa Libertadores title, the first since 1967.

Meanwhile, Velez Sarsfield, who clinched their first and only championship in 1994, is set to host the return leg, with the stakes high for both teams.

(With inputs from agencies.)