Fortaleza embarked on their journey to Uruguay for the monumental Copa Sudamericana final on Wednesday (25th). Their devoted fans, predictably, made sure to send the team off in style, marking the departure as one of the most significant moments in the club's history. Fortaleza is all set to lock horns with LDU this Saturday, with both teams vying for the coveted title.

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The fervor of Fortaleza's fans is well-known throughout Brazil. Their zeal was evident when Fortaleza was about to face Corinthians for the first leg of the Sul-Americana semi-finals. On that occasion, fans packed the Pinto Martins airport terminal, creating an electric atmosphere. The full schedule of Fortaleza's engagement in Uruguay can be found on the club's official channels.

Juan Pablo Vojvoda, the head coach of Fortaleza, spoke to the Conmebol Podcast 45+3 on the official Sudamericana channel. With the decisive clash against Ecuador's LDU approaching on Saturday (28th) at Domingos Burgueño stadium at 5 PM, Vojvoda exuded confidence. He expressed his desire for the team to deliver their best Sul-Americana performance in the final. "We're in a significant final for the entire club, the roster, the fans, and the club's history. We recognize the historic nature of this final and have worked tirelessly for this moment. While we have other matches in the Brasileirão, our primary focus is delivering our best in the final," he remarked.

The manager described the experience of being in the Sul-Americana final as beautiful, given everything surrounding the match. He believes it's an opportunity for the players to etch their names in international football. "The final will be a single-leg match, which changes the dynamics. LDU is a formidable opponent, having won the Libertadores in the past. We need to manage our anticipation. Fortunately, we have seasoned players and a squad eager to make their mark on international football. Everyone, whether a fan of LDU, Fortaleza, or a neutral observer, should relish this final. It promises to be a wonderful experience for all," he concluded.