The Celestial and the Globe Decide the Libertadores Qualifier
Across the continent, the paths to the Copa Libertadores group stage are carved by two guiding forces: the celestial draw and the rough-and-tumble globe of football. In this decisive second leg of the third qualifying round, Sporting Cristal meets Huracán with a single aim in mind: advance to the continent’s premier club competition and join the elite in the group phase, where every match brings high stakes, memorable moments, and a showcase of regional talent.
The teams clash after a goalless first leg at the Thomas Ducó Stadium, where Huracán controlled portions of the game but could not convert their chances into a breakthrough. With the tie level, the return leg moves to a different stage and a different atmosphere, as both squads seek an away goal and a secure path to the group stage. The objective remains bright and simple: score, win the tie, and secure a place among South America’s top clubs.
The match is set to be one of the most watched in the region as Sporting Cristal and Huracán push toward Libertadores glory. The event promises intense football, tactical duels, and players who have shined in domestic leagues and continental nights alike. Fans will be glued to the action as the winner earns a coveted seat at the table of the group stage, while the loser faces the setback of a shift to the Copa Sudamericana, a prize of prestige in its own right but not the Libertadores dream.
WHEN IS?
The date marks a watershed moment for both clubs as they give everything in pursuit of a spot in the Libertadores group stage. The fixture epitomizes the drama of South American football, where the stakes rise as the competition intensifies and the best talents from across the continent come into sharper focus. The outcome will shape the narratives of the season for both teams, as they set out to claim a place among the continent’s most storied clubs.
HOW TO SEE ON TV
In Argentina and much of South America, the match will be shown on Fox Sports. Viewers can expect comprehensive live coverage, pregame analysis, and expert insights that deepen the understanding of the tactical battles on display.
FOX SPORTS
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
Recent rights changes bring streaming options alongside traditional television. Paramount now carries the game, allowing fans to stream via MiTelefe and PlutoTV, the latter being an ad-supported service. Access is straightforward by visiting mitelefe.com/conmebol-libertadores or by opening the MiTelefe app on mobile devices. Pluto TV carries the match on channel 392, broadening options for viewers who prefer online platforms.
WHO REPORTS AND WHO COMMENTS?
On Fox Sports, play-by-play is provided by Hernán De Lorenzi, while Miguel Osovi supplies the commentary. Telefe brings reporting from Pablo Giralt, with analysis alongside Juan Pablo Varsky. These voices shape the audience experience, translating on-field action into a compelling radio and television narrative that keeps fans informed and engaged.
FORMATION
SPORTING CRISTAL
Renato Solis; Carlos Lora, Ignacio, Gianfranco Chavez, Nilson Loyola; Jesus Castillo, Jesus Pretel, Jostin Alarcon; Washington Corozo, Brenner, Yoshimar Yotún. DT: Tiago Retzlaff Nunes.
HURACÁN
Luke Chaves; Guillermo Soto, Fernando Tobio, Gaston Sauro, Guillermo Benítez; Juan Gauto, Santiago Hezze, Federico Fattori, Jonas Acevedo; Matias Coccaro and Nicolas Cordero. DT: Diego Dabove.
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