The stage is set for the 2026 CONMEBOL Libertadores final, with both the finalists and all the details confirmed.
After defeating Flamengo, Estudiantes secured their place in the final and will face Palmeiras, who secured their place by defeating Fluminense on penalties the day before.
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The one-legged fight will take place on Saturday, November 28 at the historic Estadio Centenario in Montevideo.
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This clash pits two heavyweights of South American football against each other.
Palmeiras are in pursuit of a fourth title having previously won in 1999, 2020 and 2021, following the disappointment of finishing second in 2025.
The Argentine side, on the other hand, are returning to the final for the first time since defeating Cruzeiro in 2009 and will be looking to lift the trophy for the fifth time in their history, following victories in 1968, 1969, 1970 and 2009.
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The venue holds great memories for Palmeiras fans and embodies the spirit of the tournament.
This will be the second time Centenario will host the final after the introduction of the one-legged format.
In 2021, the stadium was the setting for Palmeiras’ third title, sealed with a 2-1 extra-time win over Flamengo thanks to a goal from Deverson in front of over 55,000 fans.
The Uruguayan capital is also considered the birthplace of the Libertadores, which hosted the first match and the first final of the competition in 1960.
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