The end of the Copa Libertadores 2024 is done on Argentine soil for the first timeand promises to be an unforgettable event. Over there, Atlético Mineiro and Botafogo they face each other in Monumental Stadium of Buenos Aires. The duel, which will begin this Saturday at 17:00will not only decide the new champion of Americabut will mark a milestone in the history of both Brazilian clubs.
Atlético Mineiro: In search of its second consecration
The team of Gabriel Milito arrives with the aim of raising his ssecond trophy, after having won in 2013. However, the present of “Galo” is complicated: In his last 12 games, he only achieved one victorya crucial 3-0 against River in the first leg of the semifinals. It currently occupies tenth place in the Brasileirao, in the qualification zone for the Copa Sudamericana.
Atlético Mineiro’s last five games:
- São Paulo 2-2 Mineiro (11/23, Brasileirao)
- Mineiro 0-0 Botafogo (20/11, Brasileirao)
- Paranaense 1-0 Mineiro (11/16, Brasileirao)
- Flamengo 0-0 Mineiro (13/11, Brasileirao)
- Mineiro 0-1 Flamengo (10/11, Brazilian Cup)
With a team led by figures such as Hulk and DeyversonAtlético Mineiro will seek to reverse its irregular streak and once again consolidate itself as one of the continent’s greats.
Botafogo: First final and a dream to fulfill
On the other handBotafogo, directed by Artur Jorgewill dispute the first Libertadores final in its history. Despite having lost the leadership of the Brasileirao against Palmeiras By goal difference, “Fogão” keeps the illusion intact. Their last matches have been irregular, but their key victory against Vasco da Gama In November he showed the team’s potential.
Botafogo’s last five games:
- Botafogo 1-1 Vitória (11/23, Brasileirao)
- Mineiro 0-0 Botafogo (20/11, Brasileirao)
- Botafogo 0-0 Cuiabá (9/11, Brasileirao)
- Botafogo 3-0 Vasco da Gama (5/11, Brasileirao)
- Peñarol 3-1 Botafogo (10/30, Copa Libertadores)
Among its main figures are Thiago Almada and Jefferson Savarinowho will be key to the team’s aspirations in this historic final.
Match details
- Date and time: Saturday, November 30, 5:00 p.m. (Argentina time).
- Stadium: Monumental of Núñez, Buenos Aires.
- Referee: Facundo Tello (Argentina).
- Live broadcast: Fox Sports, Telefe and Disney+.
Logistics and tickets
Conmebol assigned 22,000 tickets to each club. Botafogo fans will be located in the Centenario stand, while Atlético Mineiro fans will occupy the Sívori. Ticket prices ranged from $60,000 and $384,000and were sold through the organization’s official website.
Probable formations
Atlético Mineiro: Everson; Lyanco, Rodrigo Battaglia, Junior Alonso; Gustavo Scarpa, Fausto Vera, Alan Franco, Guilherme Arana; Paulinho, Hulk, Deyverson.
DT: Gabriel Milito.
Botafogo: John Victor; Vitinho, Bastos, Alexander Barboza, Alex Telles; Marlon Freitas, Gregore; Luiz Henrique, Jefferson Savarino, Thiago Almada; Igor Jesus.
DT: Arthur Jorge.
With everything ready for this vibrant final, South America prepares to meet its new champion. Will it be the second title for Mineiro or the beginning of a golden era for Botafogo? The answer, in the Monumental.
Source: Ambito
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