Three Brazilian sides through as Women's Libertadores quarter-finals set | OneFootball

The Women's Copa Libertadores has determined its quarter-final matchups following Thursday's matches. The knockout stage will be played this weekend, on October 11 and 12, in single matches that promise balance and excitement.

Brazil will be represented by three clubs: Corinthians, Ferroviária, and São Paulo. The teams secured their spots after solid performances in the group stage and now face traditional rivals from the continent. Additionally, Boca Juniors, Independiente Dragonas-EQU, Colo-Colo, Libertad, and Deportivo Cali have also advanced.

On one side, Timão could face Ferrinha in a potential semifinal. São Paulo, on the other hand, on the opposite side of the bracket, can only meet another Brazilian team in a possible final.

Check out the quarter-final matchups:

Saturday (11), Estadio Francisco Urbano, Morón (ARG)

Corinthians vs. Boca Juniors Ferroviária vs. Independiente Dragonas

Sunday (12), Estadio Florencio Sola, Banfield (ARG)

Colo-Colo vs. Libertad Deportivo Cali vs. São Paulo

How are the Brazilian teams doing?

Corinthians advanced as the leader of Group A, with seven points, and will face Boca Juniors, the second in Group B. The qualifying goal was scored by Gabi Zanotti in the 1-0 victory over Santa Fe.

Ferroviária also finished the first phase at the top, leading Group B after a goalless draw against Boca. The Guerreiras Grenás will now face Independiente Dragonas.

São Paulo finished as the runner-up in Group C, behind Colo-Colo. The tricolor team defeated Olimpia 1-0 in the last round, with an own goal by Mariana Pion, and will face Deportivo Cali.

Path to the final

The competition continues in a single-match format in all phases. In case of a tie in regular time, the decision goes to penalties. The semifinals will be played on October 14 and 15, while the final is scheduled for the 18th, also in Argentina.

With three representatives among the top eight, Brazil reinforces its strength in continental women's football and keeps alive the chance for another Libertadores title.

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