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How will the Copa Libertadores third round be played? Matchups and what’s at stake
The Copa Libertadores enters a decisive stage with the confirmation of the four third-round ties, which will determine which teams reach the Group Stage and which will move to the Copa Sudamericana.
The Copa Libertadores enters a decisive stage with the confirmation of the four third-round ties, which will determine which teams reach the Group Stage and which will move to the Copa Sudamericana.
The road toward South America’s top club competition continues to narrow.
O’Higgins and Juventud de Las Piedras, the biggest surprises
O’Higgins delivered one of the biggest stories of the round by eliminating Bahia in Brazil.
Meanwhile, Juventud de Las Piedras knocked out Guaraní on penalties.
Barcelona SC also stand out, as the Ecuadorian club, under César Farías, managed to overturn the tie against Argentinos Juniors during its rebuilding process.

Copa Libertadores third round matchups
- Juventud vs Independiente Medellín
- Carabobo vs Sporting Cristal
- Barcelona SC vs Botafogo
- Deportes Tolima vs O’Higgins
What spots are at stake?
The winners of each tie will advance to the Copa Libertadores Group Stage.
The eliminated teams in this third round will compete in the Copa Sudamericana.











