The Copa Libertadores de América is the object of desire for most Brazilian fans. Conquering America also guarantees a berth in the Club World Cup, as well as a hefty prize money.
This season, several teams are competing to conquer America. Last season, Fluminense became the inaugural champion of the tournament, defeating Boca Juniors.
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Which are the Brazilian clubs with the most Copa Libertadores titles?
Throughout history, Brazilian football has won the Libertadores de América 23 times. The story begins with Santos’ back-to-back titles in 1962 and 1963, and goes up to Fluminense’s conquest in 2023.
It is worth noting that Brazil has won the Libertadores de América since 2019. Since then, Flamengo and Palmeiras (twice each) and Fluminense have won the titles.
This shows how Brazilian football is getting ahead of its South American rivals, who cannot keep up with the financial power of our football.
Here is the ranking:
- Santos – 1962, 1963, 2011
- São Paulo – 1992, 1993, 2005
- Grêmio – 1983, 1995, 2017
- Palmeiras – 1999, 2020, 2021
- Flamengo – 1981, 2019, 2022
- Internacional – 2006, 2010
- Cruzeiro – 1976, 1997
- Corinthians – 2012
- Vasco da Gama – 1998
- Atlético Mineiro – 2013
- Fluminense – 2023
Fluminense won the title in 2023
In an epic journey, Fluminense wrote its name in the history of South American football by winning the coveted Copa Libertadores de América in 2023.
Under the leadership of coach Fernando Diniz and with a squad filled with great names like Fábio, Marcelo, Cano, Arias and the young prospect John Kennedy, the Tricolor das Laranjeiras overcame all the obstacles and challenges that arose on their path to continental glory.
Fluminense’s memorable campaign was marked by moments of emotion and glory, with highlights being the qualifications against Argentinos Juniors and Internacional – the latter with one player less.
With an engaging style of play and a solid defense, trademarks of Diniz’s team, the Rio de Janeiro club demonstrated its strength and ability to compete at the highest level against the best clubs in South America.
In the grand final, at the Maracanã, Fluminense faced Boca Juniors, a formidable opponent, and did not disappoint its passionate fans. Even playing below par, the Carioca tricolor managed to secure the title, which came from the feet of John Kennedy.
The conquest of the 2023 Copa Libertadores de América not only consecrates Fluminense as one of the great clubs of South American football, but also reaffirms the commitment and passion of its fans, who celebrate this historic moment with pride.
For the club and its immense legion of fans, this victory represents not only a title, but a symbol of unity, overcoming and glory that will be forever etched in the memory of all tricolores.
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 four episodes available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel. Stay tuned for upcoming releases as we keep telling this legend’s life story.
