Cruzeiro and Club Atlético Unión played out a dour 0-0 draw in their Copa Sudamericana group stage match on May 29, 2025, a result that ultimately suited neither team's ambitions. In a game of few clear chances, both sides seemed more concerned with avoiding defeat than chasing a win, leading to a cagey and tactical affair. Cruzeiro enjoyed more of the ball but struggled to break down a well-organized and deep Unión defense, resorting to speculative long-range efforts. Unión offered almost no attacking threat, seemingly content with a point from the outset, which they successfully secured. The goalless draw left Cruzeiro needing other results to go their way to guarantee progression, while it confirmed Unión's elimination from the competition. Post-match, both managers expressed dissatisfaction with the match's quality, with the Cruzeiro boss criticizing his team's lack of creativity and the Unión coach acknowledging his team's defensive discipline. The lineups reflected cautious approaches from both sides.