El Patrón makes his fifth appearance in Peru as part of Group H, fighting to stay alive in the competition. A victory, however, would punch their ticket to the South American tournament, keeping the dream of a dramatic comeback very much alive.
Melgar hosts Protection in a clash that counts toward the fifth round of Group H in the 2023 Copa Libertadores. Played at the UNSA Monumental Stadium, the encounter becomes a pivotal test for the Patrón as they chase a second win to keep their hopes intact for a remarkable qualification to the knockout stage and, at the very least, to secure a route to the Copa Sudamericana.
Entre Ríos arrives on the back of a 2-0 home defeat to Olympia in the last match, a result that pushed the team to the brink. Walter Otta’s side must win both remaining fixtures and then rely on the Paraguayan side taking at most a single point to force a goal difference decision in their favor. The stakes could not be higher for a squad that knows nothing but victory is acceptable if they want to retain any realistic chance of progression.
On the other side, the home side also enters in a tight spot after a 1–0 defeat at home to Atlético Nacional. They have no margin for error in this campaign and now stand with a single point from twelve possible. Yet, the Peruvian team will press forward with determination, aiming to overturn the sequence of results by the end of ninety minutes and to push their way toward a South American Cup berth in the second half of the season.
Copa Libertadores 2023: schedule, broadcast slots and key dates.
WHEN IS IT?
The date and kickoff time for this crucial Group H encounter are scheduled in the official continental calendar, and fans are advised to verify local listings for accurate timing in their region.
HOW TO SEE ON TV
The match between Melgar and Protection is broadcast across South America on Fox Sports 2, ensuring widespread availability for followers in the region.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
Fans can stream the game throughout South America and Mexico via Star+. Star+ is the streaming service that brings ESPN sports and live events, along with a broad library of shows and films. Viewers can enjoy familiar titles, discover new favorites, and keep everything organized in one place for easy access.
WHO NARRATES AND WHO COMMENTATES?
Pablo Pons provides the play-by-play, while Santiago Russo offers expert commentary and analysis during breaks and in-depth segments.
FORMATIONS
MELGAR
To confirm.
PROTECTION
To confirm.
Attribution: Goal