Finish the group stage of the club tournament on the African continent’s path to glory? No, on this side of the world the focus is South American football. The clash pits Guairena against Medellín in a decisive Group stage encounter of the 2022 Copa Sudamericana, set at the Hernan Ramirez Villegas Stadium in Pereira. This match marks a pivotal moment for both clubs, each driven by a deep history and a need to advance, with Medellín carrying the weight of a long-standing aspiration and Guairena aiming to prove its growing strength on a continental stage.
Medellín has long carried a heavy burden in domestic leagues, where ambition meets the harsh reality of short-lived campaigns. In the current edition, the team faced continued pressure to push forward, yet options to extend its run dwindled as the competition progressed. The narrative for Medellín this season centers on resilience and the quest to turn around recent outcomes, a theme that fans and analysts alike have watched closely as the campaign unfolded.
WHEN IS?
| CONTEST | Medellín vs. Guairena — a crucial Copa Sudamericana group-stage contest that can alter the trajectory of both clubs this season |
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| DATE | Tuesday, May 24, with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 local time, aligning with Colombian daylight patterns and broadcast windows across the region |
| STADIUM | Hernan Ramirez Villegas Stadium, Pereira, a venue known for its compact atmosphere and loyal fans |
| SCHEDULE |
19:30 Colombian time |
HOW DO YOU WATCH ON TV
The match between Medellín and Guairena is broadcast by DirecTV signal and is available on the pay television package, presenting fans with a reliable and accessible way to follow the action from home.
HOW TO STREAM
Streaming options include the DirectTV GO platform, which provides live coverage for subscribers, while digital viewers can also look for streaming on CONMEBOL’s Facebook Watch channel, where highlights and live clips are regularly shared for fans following the tournament online.
FORMATIONS
Medellín: Vasquez; Grove, Moreno, Cadavid, Gutierrez; Loaiza, Mendez, Arregui; Mosquera, Pons, Pineda.
Guairena: Spinola; Gimenez, Paniagua, Santacruz, Jimenez; Salinas, Aguilar, Toledo, Ortazu; Ayala, Murillo.