In the opening Group Stage clash, Racing Club travels to Concepción to face Ñublense at the Estadio Municipal de Concepción.
The encounter marks Racing Club’s debut in the group phase of the 2023 Copa Libertadores, set against the backdrop of the historic Concepción Stadium. The event introduces a renowned Argentine side returning after a year away, facing a Chilean club that is making its mark on the continental stage.
Racing Club has a storied Libertadores history, counting twelve participations and a title won in 1967 when the competition was still in its early years. The team, guided by Fernando Gago, stands third in the Binance Tournament with 17 points and seeks to extend its legacy in South America’s premier club competition.
Ñublense, nicknamed Los Diablos Rojos, will participate in the Libertadores for the first time and represents one of Chile’s emerging football stories. The squad, coached by Jaime García, sits ninth in the Chilean Primera División with 11 points and aims to translate domestic form into continental impact.
Copa Libertadores 2023: kickoff dates, broadcast information, and match calendar
WHEN DOES IT START?
HOW TO WATCH ON TELEVISION
In Argentina and Chile, the match is carried by Fox Sports. Across the rest of South America, ESPN holds the rights. In the United States, the game is available through a sports network package that includes broader coverage of the event.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
Streaming options include Star+ for viewers in Mexico and many South American markets. Star+ delivers ESPN programming, live sports events, and a broad catalog of entertainment that complements the live feed with on-demand content.
COMMENTARY AND REPORTING
Matchday reporting and analysis are provided by established football media outlets with on-site correspondents to capture pre-match builds, tactical introspection, and post-match breakthroughs.
FORMATIONS
NUBLENSE
Lineups and tactical setups are subject to final confirmations closer to kickoff.
RACING
Lineups and tactical setups are subject to final confirmations closer to kickoff.
Source: Goal