CONMEBOL, based in Luque, Paraguay, released the 2025 Copa Sudamericana playoffs schedule, unveiling a thrilling lineup of matches.
From July 15 to 24, 16 teams across eight South American countries compete in two-leg ties to secure a round of 16 spot. These games mark a crucial step toward the tournament’s final on November 22.
On July 15, Central Córdoba faces Cerro Largo at Madre de Ciudades Stadium in Santiago del Estero, with the return in Montevideo’s Centenario.
Bahia hosts América de Cali at Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, concluding at Cali’s Olímpico Pascual Guerrero.
Independiente del Valle meets Vasco da Gama at Quito’s Atahualpa, finishing at Rio’s São Januário.
On July 16, Bolívar takes on Palestino at Hernando Siles in La Paz, with the decider at Santiago’s Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos.
Alianza Lima battles Gremio at Alejandro Villanueva in Lima, wrapping up at Porto Alegre’s Arena do Grêmio.
Copa Sudamericana 2025 Playoffs: Key Matches Set for July
San Antonio challenges Once Caldas at Félix Capriles in Cochabamba, returning to Manizales’ Palogrande.
On July 17, Universidad de Chile confronts Guaraní at Santiago’s Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, ending at Asunción’s Defensores del Chaco.
Atlético Bucaramanga duels Atlético Mineiro at Américo Montanini in Bucaramanga, closing at Belo Horizonte’s Arena MRV.
The playoffs follow a group stage ending May 2025, with the draw held June 2 in Luque.
CONMEBOL pairs Sudamericana runners-up with Libertadores third-placed teams, creating balanced contests.
This format ensures underdogs like Cerro Largo face giants like Gremio, promising intense battles. The winners advance to face group stage leaders in the round of 16.
These matches highlight South American football’s diversity, spanning high-altitude La Paz to coastal Salvador.
Fans await clashes like Universidad de Chile versus Guaraní, testing tactical prowess. The playoffs set the stage for a competitive tournament, culminating in Santa Cruz de la Sierra.