The Copa Libertadores has finalized the list of clubs that will compete in the group stage, scheduled to begin on April 4. After the concluding rounds of the prior phase, the field is set and awaiting the official draw, which will take place on March 27 to determine the exact group allocations. Several teams earned their spot through the late stages, showcasing the depth and prestige of the continental competition.
The 2023 Copa Libertadores is approaching its group phase, with the tournament preparing to showcase high-intensity fixtures, broadcast schedules, and fan engagement across the region. In this report, GOAL explains which clubs have qualified for the 2023 edition, outlining the path each country takes into the group stage and highlighting how the defending champions impact the draw and seedings.
2023 Copa Libertadores: start date, broadcast details, and match calendar
GOAL lists the teams that secured qualification for the 2023 edition, organized by their national associations and the stage at which they will enter the competition:
- continental champions
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONS
*The champions from the 2022 edition secure a direct berth into the group stage of the 2023 Copa Libertadores, emphasizing the continuity of current powerhouses in the continental landscape.
ARGENTINA
* Will enter in phase 2, reinforcing the competitive depth of Argentine clubs in this edition.
BOLIVIA
* Will compete in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, aligning with the tournament’s phased escalation for entrants from that federation.
BRAZIL
* Presently in Phase 2, reflecting Brazil’s robust representation and the high level of clubs from the country advancing through the rounds.
CHILI
* Entering Phase 2, with Chilean teams continuing their march toward the group stage.
COLOMBIA
* Entering Phase 2, showcasing Colombia’s ongoing contribution to the tournament’s competitive field.
ECUADOR
* Will play in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, describing the dual-entry path for Ecuadorian clubs.
PARAGUAY
* Will play in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, mirroring neighboring nations in the qualification structure.
PERU
* Will play in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, continuing Peru’s presence in continental football’s premier event.
URUGUAY
* Will play in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, reflecting Uruguay’s strategic entry into the competition.
VENEZUELA
* Will play in phase 2 and will participate in stage 1, highlighting the evolving landscape of South American football.
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