🚨Date confirmed: CONMEBOL announces Copa Libertadores draw | OneFootball

South America is already breathing continental football. With the 2026 calendar underway, CONMEBOL has confirmed that the much-anticipated draw for the Libertadores Group Stage will take place next Thursday, March 19 at 20:00 (Paraguay time). Of the 32 teams vying for the throne currently held by Flamengo, 28 have already secured their spots, while the remaining four will emerge from the preliminary rounds.

Argentina and its Representatives: News and Returns

Argentinian football presents an eclectic list. Noteworthy is the presence of Platense, making its debut in the tournament after winning the 2025 Apertura, and Independiente Rivadavia, another newcomer arriving as the champion of the Copa Argentina. Meanwhile, Boca Juniors marks its long-awaited return to the group stage after a three-year absence, while Estudiantes de La Plata, with its cup mystique, and the solid Rosario Central led by Ángel Di María complete the strong delegation.

Brazil and Uruguay: Tradition and Surprises

Brazil remains the team to beat with a dominant Flamengo and a Cruzeiro returning after seven years. The surprise comes from the debutant Mirassol, which secured its historic qualification after drawing with Neymar's Santos. On the Uruguayan side, Nacional extends its record with its 53rd participation (30th consecutive), accompanied by its eternal rival, Peñarol, in an edition that promises to be unforgettable for the Río de la Plata.

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