San Lorenzo, positioned in Group H, has already learned its three opponents for the Copa Sudamericana edition now underway. The arrival of Reuben Dario Insua has brought a new rhythm to the squad, leveraging his deep familiarity with the club to unlock the team’s potential. He touched the right nerves and implemented changes that helped lift San Lorenzo from the bottom of the standings toward a continental birth.
With that strategic push, the team earned a spot in the 2023 Copa Sudamericana and became the top seed in Group H. The group pairs San Lorenzo with Mérida FC, Palestino, and Fortaleza. The mix of clubs offers a blend of diverse styles, creating a compelling early test for the Argentine side as they chase a knockout-stage berth.
SAN LORENZO’S FIXTURE LIST
Matchday 1: Mérida FC 0-1 San Lorenzo | 04/04 — 21:00 | Mérida Metropolitan Stadium
Matchday 2: San Lorenzo 0-2 Fortaleza | 19/04 — 19:00 | Pedro Bidegan Stadium
Matchday 3: Palestino vs San Lorenzo | 03/05 — 19:00 | El Teniente Stadium
Matchday 4: Fortaleza vs San Lorenzo | 24/05 — 19:00 | Arena Castelao
Matchday 5: San Lorenzo vs Palestino | 06/08 — 21:00 | Pedro Bidegan Stadium
Matchday 6: San Lorenzo vs Mérida FC | 27/06 — 19:00 | Pedro Bidegan Stadium
GROUP H TABLE AND CONTEXT
Group H features a mix of South American clubs with different competitive temperaments. San Lorenzo enters as a club with deep continental pedigree, looking to translate that history into current form. Mérida FC brings speed and grit from its domestic league, Palestino adds a robust, combat-ready style from Chile, and Fortaleza contributes physicality and tactical discipline from Brazil. The balance among these teams ensures every match in the pool acts as a meaningful test for advancement to the knockout rounds.
As the campaign progresses, San Lorenzo will lean on its tactical versatility, depth in attacking options, and disciplined defense to navigate the group stage. The early fixtures will reveal how quickly the squad can adapt to various atmospheres, home and away, and how the coaching staff can translate preparation into points on the field. The effort ahead will determine whether the club can secure a place among the last eight teams remaining in the competition.
Source: Goal