The quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores 2025 already have the picture defined: Argentine Classics, Duels Brazil vs. Argentina and an Ecuadorian who seeks to surprise.
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The Copa Libertadores 2025 entered the decisive final stretch. This Thursday the eight teams that dream of reaching the grand final and lifting the most coveted trophy in South America were defined. There will be classics, historical clashes and a painting that promises strong emotions: Palmeiras, League of Quito, Students of La Plata, Racing, San Pablo, Vélez, Flamengo and River already prepare for the quarterfinals, which will be played between September 16 and 25.
The eighth round was not exempt from surprises. League of Quito gave the most resonant blow by eliminating Botafogo, current champion, with a 2-0 at the height that erased the defeat in Rio. River also needed to suffer to advance: he tied freely and only in the penalties his pass could ensure. Instead, Palmeiras and Flamengo confirmed their chapa of candidates with solid and no hesitation series.
Copa Libertadores 2025's crossings were like this
Sao Pablo (Brazil) vs. Quito League (Ecuador)
The Paulista team, conducted by Hernán Crespo, comes from a classification suffered against Atlético Nacional, defined from the twelve steps. League, on the other hand, arrives emboldened after leaving the last champion on the way. A key that mixes history, present and an air of revenge: Ecuadorians already know what is bothering Brazilian giants.
River (Argentina) vs. Palmeiras (Brazil)
A duel that is already classic of Libertadores. River showed character again in a dramatic series against Libertad, while Palmeiras crushed University in Lima and then administered the advantage at home. A rivalry is repeated that in the last decade delivered unforgettable qualifiers.
Vélez (Argentina) vs. Racing (Argentina)
Wrench one hundred percent Argentina. Vélez was solid when he left Fortaleza, and Racing turned a series that had started crooked against Peñarol. The Fortín and the Academy, two historical ones that seek to meet the continental glory, promise an intense and couple tie.
Students of La Plata (Argentina) vs. Flamengo (Brazil)
A style clash. Students, with their pragmatism and cupo trade, demonstrated again that he knows how to play these instances after eliminating Cerro Porteño. On the other hand, Flamengo won with authority at a Brazilian crossing against international. The click will seek to stop the Mengão, the only Brazilian team in that half of the painting.
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