LUMINAIRES
The Libertadores Cup 2022 swung into a pivotal phase, where the group stage determines who survives into the knockout rounds. Out of 32 hopefuls, only half can advance to the Round of 16, earned by finishing in first or second place within each group. In Group B, one team stands out as a seed and faces a demanding slate of opponents.
Brazilian side Athletico Paranaense arrives as the seeded club. Their challengers are notable and evenly matched: Libertad from Paraguay, Caracas from Venezuela, and The Strongest from Bolivia. This quartet promises a fierce contest as they vie for two advancing spots, with every match carrying real implications for the standings and the eventual bracket. All the action unfolds across venues in South America, showcasing a mix of tactical discipline, physical intensity, and moments of individual brilliance.
Below is the essential rundown of Group B as covered by Goal and corroborated by contemporary match reporting.
LUMINAIRES
DATE 1
04/05 | 18:15 | Caracas 0-0 Athletico Paranaense
07/04 | 22:00 | The Strongest 1-1 Libertad
DATE 2
13-04 | 18:00 | Libertad 2-1 Caracas
14/04 | 19:00 | Athletico Paranaense 1-0 The Strongest
DATE 3
26-04 | 18:15 | Libertad 1-0 Athletico Paranaense
04/27 | 22:00 | The Strongest 1-1 Caracas
DATE 4
03/05 | 18:15 | The Strongest 5-0 Athletico Paranaense
03/05 | 18:15 | Caracas 1-0 Libertad
DATE 5
17/05 | 18:15 | Caracas vs The Strongest
18/05 | 19:00 | Athletico Paranaense vs Libertad
DATE 6
26/05 | 18:00 | Libertad vs The Strongest
26/05 | 19:00 | Athletico Paranaense vs Caracas
*All times are expressed in local time.
POSITION TABLE
Table details from the ongoing cycle show the competitive balance in Group B. Each club is chasing a valuable two-spot qualification, with early results shaping the trajectory of the campaign. The format rewards consistency across home and away fixtures and demands resilience in tight matches late in the group phase.
@Infobae
| TEAM | PJS | PTSD | TARGET DIFFERENCE |
| Freedom |
4 |
7 |
+1 |
|
The Strongest |
4 |
5 |
+4 |
|
Caracas |
4 |
5 |
0 |
|
Paranaense |
4 |
4 |
-5 |