Palmeiras Aim for Historic Comeback Against Liga de Quito
Palmeiras faces a crucial challenge as they aim for a historic comeback against Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito. The Brazilian club seeks to overturn a daunting 0-3 defeat from the first leg in the Copa Libertadores semifinals.
Match Details
The highly anticipated match will commence at 21:30 at Allianz Parque, which hosts up to 43,000 fans. Colombian referee Wilmar Roldán will officiate the game, with David Rodríguez overseeing the VAR.
Palmeiras’ Ambition
Led by coach Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras arrives at this match with a mix of resilience and determination. Despite their struggles in the first leg, the team is drawing confidence from its history in the tournament.
- Match: Palmeiras vs. Liga de Quito
- Date: To be held on the scheduled match day at 21:30
- Location: Allianz Parque, São Paulo
- Referee: Wilmar Roldán (Colombia)
- Broadcast: Available on Fox Sports, ESPN Premium, and Disney+
Challenges Ahead
Palmeiras needs to rely heavily on its offensive player capabilities and the passionate support from home fans to stage a comeback. The team is aware that they face a formidable opponent in Liga de Quito.
Coached by Tiago Nunes, the Ecuadorian side has eliminated several Brazilian teams, including Botafogo and São Paulo, to reach the semifinals. Their confidence stems from a strong showing in the group stages, where they notably finished ahead of Flamengo.
Team Updates
Palmeiras will likely maintain its starting lineup, comprising players such as:
- Carlos Miguel
- Agustín Giay
- Murilo Cerqueira
- Gustavo Gómez
- Joaquín Piquerez
- Emiliano Martínez
- Mauricio
- Andreas Pereira
- José Manuel López
- Felipe Anderson
- Vitor Roque
Missing for Liga de Quito is Bryan Ramírez, who has been suspended following his red card in the first leg, making their task even more challenging.
The Road Ahead
Both teams recognize the stakes of the match. A victory for Palmeiras could revive hopes of returning to the Copa Libertadores final, a feat they last accomplished recently. The time for decisive action is now as they prepare for what could be a historic night.
