The stage is set for the Copa Libertadores knockout phase, with the draw revealing high-profile matchups that promise to captivate football fans across the continent. Brazilian teams are poised for intense competition, as Palmeiras is slated to face Botafogo in a quarterfinals clash that has both sets of fans on the edge of their seats. São Paulo will compete against Uruguay’s Nacional-URU, and Flamengo looks to continue their pursuit of a fourth consecutive title against Bolívar. Atlético-MG is matched with San Lorenzo, and Fluminense must wait for the final games of Group C to identify their opponent, with possibilities including Grêmio, The Strongest, or Huachipato.The excitement is palpable as the tournament will resume on August 14, following the Copa América, with the grand finale to be held in Buenos Aires. The draw has also set the stage for potential classic encounters, including a possible São Paulo vs. Palmeiras semifinal, which would be a rematch of last year’s Brazilian league controversy. Corinthians, meanwhile, anticipates a Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals encounter, possibly against fellow Brazilian team Red Bull Bragantino. Junior de Barranquilla will face Chile’s Colo Colo, with fans already celebrating what they consider a favorable draw. As the Copa Libertadores progresses, the teams are not only fighting for the prestigious title but also for national pride and the glory of representing their countries on South America’s biggest football stage.
Key points
- Palmeiras to face Botafogo in the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, with a potential classic against São Paulo in the semifinals.
- Flamengo to play Bolívar as they aim for their fourth consecutive Libertadores title.
- Copa Libertadores to resume on August 14 after the Copa América, with the final in Buenos Aires.
- Corinthians may face Red Bull Bragantino in the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals.
- Fluminense’s quarterfinal opponent to be determined after Group C’s final matches.
