Six Brazilian Clubs Through as Libertadores Round of 16 Draw Nears

The Copa Libertadores group stage has concluded, and the 16 teams advancing to the Round of 16 will learn their next opponents during the draw on Monday, June 2, at Conmebol headquarters in Luque, Paraguay. The format allows for same-country matchups, potentially setting the stage for high-stakes Brazilian clashes.

As reported by Lance!, six Brazilian teams made it through: Palmeiras, São Paulo, Internacional, Botafogo, Flamengo, and Fortaleza. With Palmeiras, São Paulo, and Internacional in Pot 1, and Botafogo, Flamengo, and Fortaleza in Pot 2, intra-Brazilian duels are a real possibility. Historical rivals such as River Plate, Estudiantes, and Peñarol are also in the mix, adding to the intrigue.

The draw will determine the full bracket through to the final, which will take place on November 29 in Lima, Peru. The first legs are scheduled for August 12–14, with the return matches on August 19–21. Fans across South America are eagerly awaiting the fate of their teams as the tournament enters its knockout stage.