Atlético Mineiro hosts River Plate in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semi-finals on Tuesday.
Teams Overview:
- Atlético Mineiro: The Brazilian club won their only title in 2013. They advanced to this stage by defeating defending champions Fluminense, overturning a 1-0 first leg deficit to win 2-1 on aggregate.
- River Plate: The Argentinian giants hold four titles, with their last in 2018. They reached the semi-finals after edging Colo-Colo 2-1 on aggregate, marking their return to this stage after four years.
Stakes:
The winner will face either Botafogo or Peñarol in the final.
Prediction:
Expect a competitive match, with both teams aiming to secure an advantage ahead of the second leg. Given their experience, River Plate might have a slight edge, but Atlético Mineiro’s home advantage could level the playing field.