Bolivar surprised Athletico Paranaense and secured a spot in the quarterfinals. The decisive moment came when Thiago Heleno missed the final penalty kick, allowing Bolívar to qualify. 

Despite a 2-0 defeat in their visit to Athletico Paranaense, Bolívar from Bolivia triumphed 4-3 in the penalty shootout, earning their place in the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The Bolivian team will face another Brazilian side, Internacional de Porto Alegre, who also advanced through penalties against River Plate.