Extra Copa spot up for grabs if Lanús win the Sudamericana 🏆 | OneFootball

Lanús defeated Universidad de Chile 1-0 and will play the final of the Copa Sudamericana on November 22 against Atlético Mineiro in Asunción, a match in which they could lift a new trophy, secure their participation in the 2026 Copa Libertadores, and free up a spot for the next edition of the second continental tournament.

With three matches remaining to finish the regular stage of the Torneo Clausura and the annual table count, Barracas Central is the tenth-ranked team and would secure a ticket to the Copa Sudamericana if Granate fulfills their dream. However, El Guapo, who has 44 points, is closely followed by Huracán (43) and Estudiantes (42), while above them, but with nothing secured, are Racing and San Lorenzo (46) and Tigre (45).

In any case, there is another team that could free up an additional spot. Argentinos Juniors will face Independiente Rivadavia on November 5 in Córdoba for the final of the Copa Argentina, and in case of victory for El Bicho, even more teams would benefit.

Nicolás Diez's team is fourth in the accumulated calendar with 51 points, the same as Riestra, one below River, and two behind Boca. For now, those from La Paternal are not in positions to directly enter the Copa Libertadores, although they could achieve it if they have good results in the final rounds, in which they will play against Barracas Central (A), Belgrano (H), and Estudiantes (A). The truth is they will free up a spot if they become champions, although it is still unknown who will benefit.

A final spot could open if the winner of the Clausura has obtained their spot in an international tournament through another route (annual table or another championship).

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