Three teams secure early spots in Libertadores knockout stage

Bolívar, Palmeiras, and River Plate need just one point to advance as Group C faces flood-related delays.
by
Desmond Efe-Khaese
2024-05-10 13:53:58

The fourth round of the Libertadores group stage concluded on Thursday, securing São Paulo, Talleres, and Atlético-MG’s advancement to the next phase.

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São Paulo and Talleres, leading Group B, confirmed their spots, leaving Barcelona de Guayaquil and Cobresal out of contention for the next phase, now competing for a spot in the South American Championship.

In Group G, Atlético-MG secured their advancement. Bolívar, Palmeiras, and River Plate are close, needing just one more point from their remaining two games to advance.

Group C saw a disruption with the Grêmio vs. Huachipato game postponed due to severe flooding in Rio Grande do Sul. The next round of matches is scheduled for the middle of next week as the group stage approaches its end.

Remembering Zagallo

Sambafoot Series launched a new documentary about the football legend Zagallo. Known as ‘Velho Lobo‘ and as superstitious as it gets, Zagallo helped shape what Brazilian football is nowadays — as a player and as a coach.

Binge the first five episodes available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel. Stay tuned for upcoming releases as we keep telling this legend’s life story.