As Argentine football gears up for an intense semester, only three national clubs remain alive on all fronts: the Torneo Clausura, the Copa Argentina, and international cups. Estudiantes, Platense, and Boca are the protagonists of a dream that grows with each passing matchday.
In a night full of tension and excitement, River Plate secured their spot in the next round of the Copa Libertadores after defeating Independiente de Santa Fe on penalties. The match, played on August 26, kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last minute. With this result, the Argentine team remains strong in their continental journey.
Following Rosario Central's painful elimination from the Copa Libertadores, Ángel Di María sparked concerns about his future with emotional post-match comments. Hours later, the Argentine star took to Instagram to clarify his words and reassure fans he will keep fighting, saying 'this is a comma, not a period.'
The elimination of Rosario Central against Corinthians in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores ended in a night of violence. The Military Police of São Paulo repressed the 'canallas' fans at the Neo Química Arena, leaving nine detained. Additionally, Ángel Di María cast doubt on his continuity after the sporting blow.
The 2026 Copa Libertadores already has seven of its eight quarterfinalists: Fluminense, Platense, Estudiantes, Flamengo, Corinthians, Liga de Quito and Palmeiras. Only the winner between Independiente del Valle and Deportes Tolima is missing. First-leg matches run from September 8-10, with return legs September 15-17. The final will be played on November 28 at Montevideo’s Estadio Centenario.
In a dramatic night at the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo, Corinthians beat Rosario Central 1-0 with a late goal from Breno Bidon, despite playing over 30 minutes with ten men. The Argentine side missed a golden one-on-one chance and crashed out of the Copa Libertadores. Jorge Almirón's team once again fell short in knockout stages.
The Copa Libertadores has its quarterfinalists, with seven teams already qualified and one spot still up for grabs. Estudiantes, Platense, Fluminense, Flamengo, Corinthians, Palmeiras and Liga de Quito are through, while Independiente del Valle and Tolima will decide the last berth. The first legs will be played between September 8 and 10, with the final set for November 28 in Montevideo.
On Thursday, August 20, 2026, Argentine broadcaster Telefe made a surprising programming decision: it pulled the popular reality show Gran Hermano (Big Brother) to air the Copa Libertadores round-of-16 second leg between Rosario Central and Corinthians. The match, held at the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo, ended 1-0 for the Brazilian side, eliminating the Argentine club and reshaping the evening's TV ratings.
Rosario Central's Copa Libertadores dream ended on August 20, 2026, with a 1-0 loss to Corinthians at the Neo Química Arena. Breno Bidon scored the winner, Enzo Copetti missed a golden chance, and Jorge Almirón suffered his fourth defeat in five clashes against Fernando Diniz. Now, Corinthians will face Estudiantes in the quarterfinals.
In a dramatic night at the Neo Química Arena, Corinthians snatched a 1-0 victory over Rosario Central thanks to Breno Bidon's 80th-minute strike, eliminating the Argentine side from the Copa Libertadores. The Timão will now face Estudiantes de La Plata in the quarterfinals. Rosario Central missed a golden chance earlier when Enzo Copetti blazed over an open goal.
In an epic night in Chile, Platense defeated Coquimbo Unido 7-6 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in regulation time, securing a spot in the 2026 Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. Goalkeeper Juan Pablo Cozzani saved the final penalty, sparking wild celebrations. Martín Palermo's squad will now face Fluminense.
In an epic night, Platense eliminated Coquimbo Unido 7-6 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the round of 16 of the 2026 Copa Libertadores. Goalkeeper Juan Manuel Cozzani was the hero: he scored his penalty and saved the last shot. The quarterfinal rival will be Fluminense.
On August 18, 2026, Estudiantes de La Plata delivered a spectacular 3-0 victory over Universidad Católica in Santiago, Chile, to advance to the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. Guido Carrillo scored twice, while Joaquín Correa added another, as the Argentine club overcame a tricky synthetic pitch and a resilient opponent. With this win, Carrillo became the club's all-time leading scorer in the competition with 14 goals, surpassing legends Verón and Boselli. The team's coach, Alexander Medina, praised his players and hinted at potential reinforcements as they set their sights on continental glory.
In an unforgettable night at the Claro Arena in Santiago, Estudiantes de La Plata delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Universidad Católica to book their spot in the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. Joaquín Correa scored his first goal for the club in over a decade, while Guido Carrillo's brace cemented his legendary status.
In a match marked by a power outage and a tribute to AFA president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, Rosario Central's all-reserve team defeated Barracas Central 1-0 on Sunday, August 16. A stunning strike from Alan Rodríguez sealed the win, boosting morale ahead of the crucial Copa Libertadores return leg against Corinthians.
Hugo Souza, goalkeeper for Brazil's Corinthians, reported enduring racist slurs during the first leg of the Copa Libertadores round of 16 against Argentina's Rosario Central. The match took place on August 13, 2026, at the historic Gigante de Arroyito stadium. The Brazilian club has strongly condemned the incident, while Conmebol reviews the footage.
With their hopes high and World Cup champion Ángel Di María leading the charge, Rosario Central hosts Corinthians this Thursday in the Copa Libertadores 2026 Round of 16. The Gigante de Arroyito stadium will be the stage for a thrilling match where the Argentine side aims to capitalize on their home advantage against a Brazilian rival facing internal conflicts and key absences.
Estudiantes de La Plata tied 1-1 with Universidad Católica of Chile in the first leg of the 2026 Copa Libertadores Round of 16. Joaquín Tobio Burgos scored early, but Fernando Zampedri—who will miss the return leg due to yellow cards—equalized late, leaving the series wide open.
Argentine club Independiente Rivadavia, from the province of Mendoza, achieved a historic 0-0 draw against Brazil's Fluminense at the iconic Maracanã Stadium. This first-leg match of the 2026 Copa Libertadores Round of 16 keeps the Argentine team undefeated and leaves the series wide open for the return leg in Mendoza. A massive display of tactical discipline secured the dream.
In an exciting Round of 16 match of the Copa Libertadores, South America's equivalent to the UEFA Champions League, Estudiantes de La Plata drew 1-1 against Chile's Universidad Católica. Joaquín Tobio Burgos scored early, but Fernando Zampedri equalized in the second half, leaving the series wide open for the return leg.
