Atletico Mineiro Clinches Spot in Copa Libertadores Final After Tense Draw

Atletico Mineiro secured a place in the Copa Libertadores final with a 0-0 draw against River Plate. Having won the first leg 3-0, the Brazilian side displayed resilience in Argentina. The final on November 30 will likely pit them against fellow Brazilian team Botafogo.

Brazil's Atletico Mineiro has advanced to the Copa Libertadores final after a tense 0-0 draw with Argentina's River Plate. Despite a challenging atmosphere at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium, Atletico Mineiro maintained their composure to secure their spot in the decider.

Veteran striker Hulk led the Brazilian team, who had already defeated River Plate 3-0 in the first leg of the semifinal held at their home ground. The team displayed skill and poise, creating several scoring opportunities despite the festive ambiance created by over 80,000 fans in attendance.

The final is slated for November 30 at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium, potentially facing Botafogo, another formidable Brazilian team. Atletico Mineiro's success has also impacted qualification standings for the 2025 Club World Cup.

(With inputs from agencies.)