Union Defeats Estudiantes 2-1 in Argentine Professional League
Union secured a home victory at Estadio 15 de Abril to climb the standings in the Argentine Professional League.
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Union secured a home victory at Estadio 15 de Abril to climb the standings in the Argentine Professional League.
The Brazilian club is seeking a reversal of their semifinal defeat due to a dispute over the eligibility of an opposing defender.
The two powerhouse clubs will square off in Montevideo after dramatic semifinal penalty shootout victories.
The historic Estadio Centenario in Montevideo will host the single-leg championship match on Saturday, November 28.
Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera saved three penalty kicks as the Argentine side advanced past the defending champions at the Maracanã.
The match at the Maracanã Stadium determines the final opponent for Palmeiras in the 2026 tournament.
The decisive second-leg match takes place tonight at the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro following a scoreless draw.
The Argentine club visits the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro to decide a spot in the continental final following a scoreless first leg.
The second finalist of the 2026 tournament will be determined in Rio de Janeiro after a scoreless first leg.
Palmeiras secured its spot in the final after winning a penalty shootout against Fluminense, while Flamengo and Estudiantes prepare for their semifinal second leg.