The journey to the group stage of the 2023 Copa Libertadores is a measured climb, continuing through the tournament’s earlier rounds. The Libertadores Cup 2023 begins with the earlier phase, with the second round attracting the largest number of clubs. The regional championship gets underway on February 8, kicking off in the repechage before reaching the group stage where only 32 teams earn a spot.
Copa Libertadores 2023: start date, ads and match schedule
WHEN WILL THE SECOND PREVIOUS STAGE OF THE 2023 LIBERTADORES CUP BE PLAYED?
Conmebol has set the second round of the prior phase for February 21, 22 and 23 with single matches, and for February 28, March 1 and March 2 for the resits, spanning three days each week. The format ensures a decisive path toward the group stage where the competition narrows to 32 clubs.
HOW WILL THE SECOND PREVIOUS STAGE OF THE 2023 LIBERTADORES CUP BE PLAYED?
Sixteen teams participate in the second round, three advancing from the previous phase. The remaining spots are filled by clubs from Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela, along with several qualifiers from Brazil, Chile and Colombia. The draw yields roughly eight direct ties played over two legs, balancing chance with merit in a live, high-stakes format.
CLASSIFIED TEAMS
So far the qualified clubs include Huracán, Deportivo Maldonado, Carabobo, Millonarios, Independiente Medellín, Always Ready, Fortaleza, Atlético Mineiro, Magallanes, Curicó Unido, Universidad Católica, Cerro Porteño and Sporting Cristal. In the first stage, initial clashes feature Sports Huancayo against Nacional, Boston River against Zamora, and Nacional Potosí against El Nacional, setting the tone for a grueling knockout phase. The second phase continues to illuminate the path toward the group stage, where precision and rhythm matter.
SECOND PHASE LUMINAIRE
As the competition advances, the second phase will spotlight intense showdowns that shape the bracket for the final group allocations. The excitement builds as teams chase a place in the coveted group stage, where national pride and continental glory intersect on the world’s biggest stage for club football in South America. These matchups test tactical depth, depth of squad, and the ability to perform under pressure, a hallmark of Libertadores lore.
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Note: information reflects reported scheduling and team lists for the 2023 edition of the Copa Libertadores as observed by Goal and corroborated by regional sports outlets. Schedules and qualified teams are subject to changes by the organizing body and broadcasters.