Copa Libertadores: Boca Juniors clinch second-leg of semi-final but River Plate qualify for final on aggregate
5 years, 2 months ago

Copa Libertadores: Boca Juniors clinch second-leg of semi-final but River Plate qualify for final on aggregate

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Defending champions River Plate booked a place in the final of the Copa Libertadores on Tuesday despite losing a tense semi-final to rivals Boca Juniors at a packed Bombonera in Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires: Defending champions River Plate booked a place in the final of the Copa Libertadores on Tuesday despite losing a tense semi-final to rivals Boca Juniors at a packed Bombonera in Buenos Aires. It was a satisfying night for River Plate manager Marcelo Gallardo, who masterminded last year’s 3-1 final victory over Boca after weeks of controversy. Boca’s players had refused to play the second match of last year’s two-legged final after their team bus came under attack from home fans at River.

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Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas
2 months, 1 week ago

Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Las Palmas in La Liga on Sunday, with Diego Simeone's son Giuliano scoring his first goal for the club. The victory eased the team's recent poor form and moved them to third in the league. The match also raised support for those affected by the recent floods in the Valencia region.

Argentina’s River Plate and Brazil’s Atletico Mineiro to meet in Copa Libertadores semifinals
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Argentina’s River Plate and Brazil’s Atletico Mineiro to meet in Copa Libertadores semifinals

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Argentina’s River Plate and Brazil’s Atletico Mineiro will face off for a place in the final of the Copa Libertadores, which is scheduled to take place in Buenos Aires on Nov. 30. River Plate eliminated Chile’s Colo Colo 2-1 on aggregate after a 1-0 home win on Tuesday. Atletico Mineiro advanced on Wednesday after beating local …

Atlético Mineiro elimina al campeón Fluminense y enfrentará a River en semifinales de Libertadores
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Atlético Mineiro elimina al campeón Fluminense y enfrentará a River en semifinales de Libertadores

Associated Press  

Un doblete del suplente Deyverson condujo el miércoles al Atlético Mineiro hacia la victoria por 2-0 ante Fluminense, para clasificarse a las semifinales de la Copa Libertadores. En la Arena MRV de Belo Horizonte, Atlético Mineiro fue claro dominador del compromiso y logró la clasificación a los 88 minutos con el segundo tanto de Deyverson, que remató en el área …

River Plate supera a Colo Colo y avanza a semifinales de Libertadores
3 months, 3 weeks ago

River Plate supera a Colo Colo y avanza a semifinales de Libertadores

Associated Press  

Con un gol de Facundo Colidio, River Plate derrotó el martes 1-0 a Colo Colo y avanzó con un marcador global de 2-1 a las semifinales de la Copa Libertadores. En el estadio Monumental de la capital argentina, River — campeón en 1986, 1996, 2015 y 2018 — extendió su imbatibilidad como local en el presente torneo, con nueve goles …

Peñarol sorprende a Flamengo en Maracaná y toma ventaja en cuartos de final de Libertadores
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Peñarol sorprende a Flamengo en Maracaná y toma ventaja en cuartos de final de Libertadores

Associated Press  

Con una exhibición de orden defensivo y velocidad en las transiciones, Peñarol derrotó el jueves 1-0 a Flamengo en el partido de ida de los cuartos de final de la Copa Libertadores. La noche se empezó a complicar para el equipo carioca — que ganó en 2022 el último de sus tres títulos de Libertadores — antes del primer cuarto …

Peñarol pulls off an upset in Copa Libertadores after beating Flamengo at home
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Peñarol pulls off an upset in Copa Libertadores after beating Flamengo at home

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Javier Cabrera scored a first-half goal on Thursday and Peñarol pulled off an upset after beating Flamengo 1-0 at home in the first leg of their Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match. Peñarol defeated Flamengo at Maracana stadium in a Copa Libertadores match for the first time since 2019, when they faced off in the group stage. Peñarol, …

Colo Colo y River Plate empatan en 1er duelo de cuartos de final de Libertadores
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Colo Colo y River Plate empatan en 1er duelo de cuartos de final de Libertadores

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — Colo Colo y River Plate igualaron el martes 1-1 en el partido que abrió los cuartos de final de la Copa Libertadores. “Jugamos contra un muy buen equipo, que nos fue tomando la posesión con el apoyo de su gente”, indicó el técnico de River, Marcelo Gallardo, quien llegó a 100 partidos dirigidos en Libertadores. El siguiente compromiso …

River Plate supera a Talleres y ya está entre los 8 mejores de la Libertadores
4 months, 3 weeks ago

River Plate supera a Talleres y ya está entre los 8 mejores de la Libertadores

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — River Plate derrotó el miércoles 2-1 a Talleres y con un global de 3-1 avanzó a los cuartos de final de la Copa Libertadores. La escuadra conducida por Gallardo — que llegó a 99 encuentros dirigidos en Libertadores — amplió la diferencia los 51 minutos tras una jugada individual de Maximiliano Meza, que finalizó Simón de primera. BOTAFOGO …

River Plate supera a Talleres en el retorno de Gallardo a la Copa Libertadores
5 months ago

River Plate supera a Talleres en el retorno de Gallardo a la Copa Libertadores

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — Un gol del chileno Paulo Díaz a cuatro minutos del final le permitió a River Plate vencer el miércoles 1-0 como visitante a Talleres de Córdoba en el partido de ida de los octavos de final de la Copa Libertadores. En el estadio Mario Alberto Kempes de Córdoba, River Plate se impuso con un cabezazo de Díaz a …

Endrick se despide de Palmeiras con empate ante San Lorenzo en Libertadores
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Endrick se despide de Palmeiras con empate ante San Lorenzo en Libertadores

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — Palmeiras brindó el jueves un cálido adiós a su joven figura Endrick en el empate 0-0 ante San Lorenzo, que se unió a la fiesta al asegurar su clasificación a octavos de final de la Copa Libertadores. Endrick, que cumplirá 18 años en julio, jugó su último partido con el “Verdao” antes de unirse a la selección brasileña …

Gremio sigue con vida en Libertadores tras golear a The Strongest
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Gremio sigue con vida en Libertadores tras golear a The Strongest

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — Después de un mes de inactividad por las severas inundaciones en Porto Alegre, Gremio le dio una alegría a sus aficionados. Debido a la tragedia climatológica que anegó la Arena de Gremio, el “Tricolor” se vio obligado a jugar como anfitrión en el estadio Couto Pereira de Curitiba, donde tuvo el respaldo de 23.000 hinchas. Santiago Ascacíbar anotó …

River supera a Libertad y clasifica a octavos de Libertadores y al Mundial de Clubes
8 months ago

River supera a Libertad y clasifica a octavos de Libertadores y al Mundial de Clubes

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ — Sólo tres días después de los reproches, los aplausos y las ovaciones volvieron al estadio Más Monumental de Buenos Aires. A 72 horas de los silbidos contra el timonel de los “millonarios”, que llegaron antes de la goleada a Central Córdoba por 3-0 en el inicio de la liga argentina, la jornada empezó con visos de reconciliación y …

Tensions spike in Rio de Janeiro ahead of Copa Libertadores soccer final and after Copacabana brawl
1 year, 2 months ago

Tensions spike in Rio de Janeiro ahead of Copa Libertadores soccer final and after Copacabana brawl

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tensions remained high Friday in …

Copa del Rey: Barcelona earns gutsy 1-0 win at Real in semifinal first leg
1 year, 10 months ago

Copa del Rey: Barcelona earns gutsy 1-0 win at Real in semifinal first leg

The Hindu  

Eder Militao’s own goal handed a depleted Barcelona a surprise 1-0 away victory over Real Madrid in a stormy Copa del Rey semifinal first leg on Friday. After Barcelona’s Europa League elimination by Manchester United last week and a first-ever loss against La Liga minnow Almeria, Madrid fans smelled blood but were left bitterly frustrated. Sergio Busquets made his 46th …

FIFA Club World Cup: Flamengo's Gabriel Barbosa Primed for Real Madrid Battle
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA Club World Cup: Flamengo's Gabriel Barbosa Primed for Real Madrid Battle

News 18  

South American champions Flamengo will be playing to win when they participate in the next FIFA Club World Cup, according to talismanic striker Gabriel Barbosa. Flamengo secured a berth in the tournament, likely to be staged early next year, by beating Brazilian rivals Athletico Paranaense 1-0 in the Copa Libertadores final at Guayaquil’s Monumental stadium recently. “Real Madrid are the …

Flamengo Edge Out Athletico Paranaense 1-0 to Lift Copa Libertadores Trophy
2 years, 2 months ago

Flamengo Edge Out Athletico Paranaense 1-0 to Lift Copa Libertadores Trophy

News 18  

Flamengo won the all-Brazilian Copa Libertadores final on Saturday with a 1-0 victory over Athletico Paranaense in the Estadio Monumental. Flamengo’s former Paris Saint Germain and Chelsea defender David Luiz was caught out early on by Vitinho who tested Santos with a near post drive as Athletico enjoyed some early pressure. Although Flamengo gradually took a grip on the midfield, …

Brazil’s Flamengo beats Athletico to win Copa Libertadores
2 years, 2 months ago

Brazil’s Flamengo beats Athletico to win Copa Libertadores

The Hindu  

Flamengo marched unbeaten to its third Copa Libertadores title after topping Athletico 1-0 in the all-Brazilian final on Saturday. Barbosa, considered a slim chance of playing for Brazil in the World Cup in Qatar, also netted the Rio de Janeiro club’s only goal in the final last year in the loss to Brazilian rival Palmeiras. “He was decisive in one …

AP Interview: Scolari faces his last Copa Libertadores final
2 years, 2 months ago

AP Interview: Scolari faces his last Copa Libertadores final

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Luiz Felipe Scolari likely faces the last final of his 40-year coaching career on Saturday when he leads Athletico against Flamengo in the Copa Libertadores decider. I never expected this much, winning all that I have won.” Scolari’s career has seen the highest of highs — he led Brazil to its last World Cup title in 2002 …

All-Brazil Copa Libertadores final after Flamengo advances
2 years, 4 months ago

All-Brazil Copa Libertadores final after Flamengo advances

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Flamengo of Brazil reached its third Copa Libertadores final in four years after a 2-1 home win against Argentina’s Velez Sarsfield on Wednesday. Flamengo’s rival at the Oct. 29 decider in Guayaquil, Ecuador, will be fellow Brazilian side Athletico, which beat defending champions Palmeiras on Tuesday. Athletico will play its second Copa Libertadores final and the first …

Copa Libertadores set to be 3rd straight all-Brazil final
2 years, 4 months ago

Copa Libertadores set to be 3rd straight all-Brazil final

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — The Copa Libertadores final is set to be an all-Brazilian affair for the third year in a row after this week’s first leg of the semifinals. Palmeiras lost 1-0 to Athletico Paranaense but the defending champions are still the favorite to advance for a likely rematch of last year’s final on Oct. 29 in Guayaquil, Ecuador. It …

Brazil has 3 teams in Copa Libertadores semifinals
2 years, 5 months ago

Brazil has 3 teams in Copa Libertadores semifinals

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazilian teams are once again dominating the Copa Libertadores and have secured three spots in this year’s semifinals of South America’s top club soccer competition. Argentina’s Velez beat Talleres in both legs to secure its place among the last four with a 4-2 aggregate win. The Copa Sudamericana, the second most prestigious tournament in the region, will …

Copa Libertadores: River Plate and Boca Juniors Crash Out in Round of 16
2 years, 6 months ago

Copa Libertadores: River Plate and Boca Juniors Crash Out in Round of 16

News 18  

Argentinian football giants River Plate and Boca Juniors are out of this season’s Copa Libertadores despite being favourites in their round-of-16 matches. River was knocked out on Wednesday at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium after a goalless draw with local rival Velez Sarsfield, the winners of last week’s first leg 1-0. Flamengo beat Colombia’s Tolima 7-1 at the Maracanã Stadium …

Peru Calls off Copa Libertadores Match, Then Allows it
2 years, 9 months ago

Peru Calls off Copa Libertadores Match, Then Allows it

News 18  

Peru’s government allowed a Copa Libertadores match to proceed on Tuesday shortly after it had called it off amid protests over rising fuel and food prices. IPL FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP President Pedro Castillo announced the decision to end a curfew in the capital Lima as local media debated his administration’s decision …

Deyverson Grabs Winner as Palmeiras Retain Copa Libertadores Title
3 years, 1 month ago

Deyverson Grabs Winner as Palmeiras Retain Copa Libertadores Title

News 18  

Deyverson scored an extra-time winner as reigning champions Palmeiras retained the Copa Libertadores on Saturday with a 2-1 victory over Flamengo in an all-Brazilian final in Montevideo. On-loan Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira committed a horrible mistake in the 95th minute to allow Deyverson to run through and earn Palmeiras the biggest club title in South American football for the …

Palmeiras wins Copa Libertadores with Deyverson extra-time goal
3 years, 1 month ago

Palmeiras wins Copa Libertadores with Deyverson extra-time goal

The Hindu  

Palmeiras won the Copa Libertadores for the second year in a row when an extra-time goal from Deyverson gave it a 2-1 win over Flamengo in an absorbing all-Brazilian final on Saturday. Raphael Veiga put Palmeiras ahead after five minutes when he side-footed home a cross from the right but Gabriel Barbosa equalised for Flamengo with 18 minutes remaining. However, …

Palmeiras retain Copa Libertadores after extra-time win over Flamengo
3 years, 1 month ago

Palmeiras retain Copa Libertadores after extra-time win over Flamengo

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Palmeiras won the Copa Libertadores for the second …

Palmeiras retains Copa Libertadores title after extra time
3 years, 1 month ago

Palmeiras retains Copa Libertadores title after extra time

Associated Press  

Palmeiras successfully defended the Copa Libertadores title after beating Flamengo 2-1 in an all-Brazilian final that went to extra time on Saturday. Boca Juniors won in 2000 and ’01, the first of those titles against Palmeiras in the final prevented the Brazilian side from retaining its first Copa title. Barbosa scored both Flamengo goals in the 2-1 final win against …

Palmeiras vs Flamengo live stream information and how to watch Copa Libertadores final online and on TV tonight
3 years, 1 month ago

Palmeiras vs Flamengo live stream information and how to watch Copa Libertadores final online and on TV tonight

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With last year’s edition of the seismic South American tournament disrupted by …

Is Palmeiras vs Flamengo on TV tonight? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Copa Libertadores final
3 years, 1 month ago

Is Palmeiras vs Flamengo on TV tonight? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Copa Libertadores final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Palmeiras will seek to make it back-to-back Copa …

Copa Libertadores final shows off Brazil dominance
3 years, 1 month ago

Copa Libertadores final shows off Brazil dominance

Associated Press  

Brazilian clubs’ domination of South American soccer is underscored by the Copa Libertadores final between Flamengo and Palmeiras on Saturday in Montevideo. Whoever it is will put Brazil closer to Argentina in the tally of Copa Libertadores champions; 21 against Argentina’s 25, with many of the Argentine titles lifted early in the tournament’s history at a time when Brazilian clubs …

Brazil’s Flamengo, Palmeiras to play Copa Libertadores final
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil’s Flamengo, Palmeiras to play Copa Libertadores final

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Two goals from Bruno Henrique set up an all-Brazilian final for this year’s edition of Copa Libertadores featuring the two latest winners of the tournament. Flamengo beat Ecuador’s Barcelona 2-0 in Guayaquil on Wednesday and will face local rival Palmeiras at the Nov. 27 final at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo. Flamengo beat Argentina’s River Plate 2-1 …

Reigning Champions Palmeiras Qualify for Copa Libertadores Final
3 years, 3 months ago

Reigning Champions Palmeiras Qualify for Copa Libertadores Final

News 18  

Reigning champions Palmeiras reached the final of the Copa Libertadores on the away goals rule on Tuesday following a 1-1 draw at fellow Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro. After a 0-0 draw in the first leg, the teams played out a turgid first half in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday but the game sparked to life early in the second period when …

Brazil’s Palmeiras advances to Copa Libertadores final again
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil’s Palmeiras advances to Copa Libertadores final again

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil’s Palmeiras advanced to the Copa Libertadores final on away goals on Tuesday after a 1-1 draw at Atlético Mineiro. Defending Copa Libertadores champions Palmeiras will seek its third title in history against Brazil’s Flamengo or Ecuador’s Barcelona. The Copa Libertadores final will be played on Nov. 27 at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo. Palmeiras secured its …

Ecuador’s Barcelona joins 3 Brazilian clubs in Copa semis
3 years, 4 months ago

Ecuador’s Barcelona joins 3 Brazilian clubs in Copa semis

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Barcelona of Ecuador advanced to the Copa Libertadores semifinals by the narrowest of margins to prevent a complete Brazilian domination of the final four. The Ecuadorian club advanced on away goals after a 1-1 home draw with Brazil’s Fluminense on Thursday following a 2-2 draw last week in Rio de Janeiro. Flamengo, Palmeiras and Atlético Mineiro had …

Copa Libertadores group stage match between Atletico Mineiro, America de Cali played amid tear gas
3 years, 8 months ago

Copa Libertadores group stage match between Atletico Mineiro, America de Cali played amid tear gas

Firstpost  

While Brazilian visitors Atlético Mineiro were winning at América de Cali 3-1, the match was interrupted eight times, as sirens and explosions echoed outside Romelio Martinez Stadium in Barranquilla late on Thursday. Players breathed in tear gas during a Copa Libertadores group stage match in Colombia where they were unwittingly caught up in protests against the country’s government. That is …

What Coronavirus? Palmeiras Fans Gather To Celebrate Copa Libertadores Win
3 years, 11 months ago

What Coronavirus? Palmeiras Fans Gather To Celebrate Copa Libertadores Win

News 18  

Thousands of Palmeiras fans ignored social distancing rules to gather at different points across Sao Paulo on Saturday night to celebrate their team’s victory in the Copa Libertadores. The Copa Libertadores is South America’s equivalent of the Champions League and the result at Rio’s Maracana stadium was greeted with delirious celebrations back in Palmeiras’ home city of Sao Paulo. “Palmeiras …

Palmeiras beats Santos to win Copa Libertadores final
3 years, 11 months ago

Palmeiras beats Santos to win Copa Libertadores final

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Substitute Breno Lopes scored deep into stoppage time as Palmeiras won its second Copa Libertadores title on Saturday with a 1-0 victory against Santos in an all-Brazilian final. It was the first South American title for the Sao Paulo club since 1999. The two Sao Paulo teams were bitter rivals in the 1960s, and some fans …

Un Maracaná vacío recibe final brasileña de la Libertadores
3 years, 11 months ago

Un Maracaná vacío recibe final brasileña de la Libertadores

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Los futbolistas sudamericanos han alcanzado la cima del fútbol europeo en años recientes y ahora los técnicos europeos están haciendo lo mismo en Sudamérica. “Siento que tenemos todas las condiciones para ganar”, dijo Ferreira, el timonel de 42 años que asumió las riendas del equipo en noviembre. Clave en Santos será el aporte del venezolano Yeferson Soteldo, …

Copa Libertadores: Palmeiras Enter Final Despite 2nd-leg Loss Against River Plate
4 years ago

Copa Libertadores: Palmeiras Enter Final Despite 2nd-leg Loss Against River Plate

News 18  

Brazils Palmeiras has advanced to the Copa Libertadores final despite losing 2-0 to Argentinian soccer power River Plate on Tuesday in the second leg of the semifinal. Palmeiras opponent in the Jan. 30 final at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro will be local rivals Santos or Boca Juniors, who play Wednesday in the second leg after the first …

River Plate and Boca Juniors Stopped in 1st Leg of Copa Libertadores Semi-final
4 years ago

River Plate and Boca Juniors Stopped in 1st Leg of Copa Libertadores Semi-final

News 18  

Argentinian archrivals River Plate and Boca Juniors failed to beat their Brazilian opponents in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals and are now in danger of missing the Jan. 30 decider at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Six-time champion Boca, which hasn’t won the South American title since 2007, had a 0-0 draw with Santos on …

Copa Libertadores Final to be Played Behind Closed Doors on January 30
4 years ago

Copa Libertadores Final to be Played Behind Closed Doors on January 30

News 18  

The Copa Libertadores final at Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Maracana stadium will be played behind closed doors because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the South American Football Confederation has announced. The decision follows discussions involving representatives of CONMEBOL, the Brazilian Football Confederation and local health authorities, reports Xinhua news agency. Scheduled for January 30, the Copa Libertadores final is considered the …

Copa Libertadores Champion Flamengo Trashed 5-0 by Independiente del Valle At Restart
4 years, 3 months ago

Copa Libertadores Champion Flamengo Trashed 5-0 by Independiente del Valle At Restart

News 18  

Defending Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo of Brazil was trashed 5-0 at Ecuador’s Independiente del Valle on Thursday in their first match in the tournament in six months. Flamengo, which has struggled since the departure of coach Jorge Jesus to Benfica in July, also saw defender Gustavo Henrique be sent off in the dying seconds of the match in Quito. Enzo …

Venezuelan team Estudiantes wins, with help of coach 8,000 km away
4 years, 3 months ago

Venezuelan team Estudiantes wins, with help of coach 8,000 km away

The Hindu  

Venezuelan side Estudiantes came back from 2-0 down to beat Alianza Lima 3-2 in the restarted Copa Libertadores on Wednesday - with the help of a coach who was directing play 8,000 km away by phone. READ | Brignani saw his side concede two goals in the first 10 minutes of the second half but Estudiantes roared back to score …

Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo claims 1st Recopa Sudamericana
4 years, 10 months ago

Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo claims 1st Recopa Sudamericana

The Hindu  

Copa Libertadores and Brazilian champion Flamengo added the Recopa Sudamericana to its collection after easing past Independiente del Valle 3-0. Following last week's 2-2 draw away to Independiente, 10-man Flamengo triumphed 5-2 on aggregate thanks to Gabriel 'Gabigol' Barbosa and two-goal hero Gerson. READ | After winning a second Libertadores title and first since 1981 in November, Flamengo was crowned …

Court of Arbitration for Sport rejects Boca Juniors' appeal
4 years, 11 months ago

Court of Arbitration for Sport rejects Boca Juniors' appeal

The Hindu  

River Plate has retained its 2018 Copa Libertadores title after arch-rival Boca Juniors' appeal to have it disqualified was turned down by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. However, CAS declared that punishment would have been too harsh and instead ordered Marcelo Gallardo's team to play its next two Libertadores home games behind closed doors. A statement read: "The CAS …

River Plate confirmed as 2018 Copa Libertadores champions after ruling from Court of Arbitration for Sport
4 years, 11 months ago

River Plate confirmed as 2018 Copa Libertadores champions after ruling from Court of Arbitration for Sport

Firstpost  

The court dismissed an appeal request by River Plate’s rivals Boca Juniors to be awarded the title because of the crowd violence which stopped the scheduled second-leg game from being played in Buenos Aires in November 2018 Lausanne: River Plate were finally confirmed as the 2018 Copa Libertadores champions by a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport on …

Copa Libertadores: Flamengo lift continental title with last-gasp win over River Plate
5 years, 1 month ago

Copa Libertadores: Flamengo lift continental title with last-gasp win over River Plate

Firstpost  

Brazilian club Flamengo won the Copa Libertadores in the most dramatic fashion as they came from behind to beat defending champions River Plate 2-1 with two late goals from Gabriel Barbosa. Lima: Brazilian club Flamengo won the Copa Libertadores in the most dramatic fashion as they came from behind to beat defending champions River Plate 2-1 with two late goals …

Flamengo stuns River Plate to win first Copa Libertadores since 1981
5 years, 1 month ago

Flamengo stuns River Plate to win first Copa Libertadores since 1981

The Hindu  

Flamengo became champion of South America on Saturday as two goals in three minutes from Gabriel Barbosa snatched a 2-1 win over River Plate in the Copa Libertadores final. Marcelo Gallardo's men, bidding to become the first team to win back-to-back titles since Boca Juniors in 2001, had the game largely under control until Gabriel levelled in the 89th minute. …

Copa Libertadores Final Preview: River Plate vs Flamengo highlights the socio-economic fault lines that run through South American football
5 years, 1 month ago

Copa Libertadores Final Preview: River Plate vs Flamengo highlights the socio-economic fault lines that run through South American football

Firstpost  

River Plate can become the first team to win two-in-a-row since 2001 and Flamengo want to emulate Zico’s team of the 80’s. Lima: Football is South America’s number one pastime embedded in an atmosphere of unchecked passion and emotion, but, continental and universal fascination aside, the game runs along a lot of socio-economic fault lines as well. The two finalists …

River Plate coach Marcelo Gallardo plays down Barcelona talk
5 years, 2 months ago

River Plate coach Marcelo Gallardo plays down Barcelona talk

The Hindu  

Marcelo Gallardo played down rumours he could take over as Barcelona coach, saying his focus was on River Plate. However, the River coach discussed the rumours ahead of a big finish to the year, including a Copa Libertadores final clash against Flamengo on November 23. "No party came forward to start a conversation, especially knowing that we are in a …

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