The Copa Libertadores da América, established in 1960, is the premier football competition amongst clubs in South America. The highly anticipated 2025 final is set for Saturday, September 29, featuring two prominent Brazilian teams: Palmeiras and Flamengo. The winner will not only secure the title but also achieve a historic milestone by becoming the first club in Brazil to win the tournament four times.
2025 Copa Libertadores Final
This year’s final holds particular significance as it could enhance Brazil’s representation in the list of tournament champions. Despite Brazil’s recent dominance, the titles are historically held by Argentine and Uruguayan clubs. The last five editions of the competition have seen Brazilian clubs consistently reach the final.
Historic Champions
The list of Copa Libertadores champions reveals a rich history and intense competition among South American clubs. Below is a summary of the top teams and their titles:
- Independiente (ARG): 7 titles (1964, 1965, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1984)
- Boca Juniors (ARG): 6 titles (1977, 1978, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2007)
- Peñarol (URU): 5 titles (1960, 1961, 1966, 1982, 1987)
- Estudiantes (ARG): 4 titles (1968, 1969, 1970, 2009)
- River Plate (ARG): 4 titles (1986, 1996, 2015, 2018)
- Nacional (URU): 3 titles (1971, 1980, 1988)
- Olimpia (PAR): 3 titles (1979, 1990, 2002)
- São Paulo (BRA): 3 titles (1992, 1993, 2005)
- Santos (BRA): 3 titles (1962, 1963, 2011)
- Palmeiras (BRA): 3 titles (1999, 2020, 2021)
- Flamengo (BRA): 3 titles (1981, 2019, 2022)
- Cruzeiro (BRA): 2 titles (1976, 1997)
- Atlético Nacional (COL): 2 titles (1989, 2016)
- Internacional (BRA): 2 titles (2006, 2010)
- Racing (ARG): 1 title (1967)
- Vasco Da Gama (BRA): 1 title (1998)
- LDU (EQU): 1 title (2008)
- Fluminense (BRA): 1 title (2023)
- Botafogo (BRA): 1 title (2024)
Top Scorers of Flamengo and Palmeiras
The Copa Libertadores also showcases individual talent. Key players for both Flamengo and Palmeiras have made notable contributions this season:
- Flaco López 7 goals
- Vitor Roque 4 goals
- Estêvão 4 goals
- Arrascaeta 2 goals
- Pedro 2 goals
As the final approaches, football fans eagerly await to see which team will emerge victorious and further enrich the prestigious history of the Copa Libertadores. Stay tuned for updates and coverage at Emegypt.