Nacional Montevideo defeated Atlético Nacional 1-0 in a tightly contested CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores group stage finale on May 29, 2025. The narrow victory at the Estadio Gran Parque Central was enough for the Uruguayan side to secure their place in the knockout rounds, finishing ahead of their Colombian opponents on goal difference or head-to-head. The only goal of the match came from a first-half penalty, which was calmly converted after a handball decision in the box. Atlético Nacional dominated possession and created several chances in the second half but found the Nacional goalkeeper in inspired form, making a series of crucial saves. The match was a nervy, tactical battle with both teams aware of the fine margin for error. This result capped a strong group stage campaign for Nacional Montevideo, sending them through to the round of 16. The Atlético Nacional manager rued his team's missed opportunities, while the Nacional coach celebrated a historic qualification achieved through defensive grit.