Article by Mihai Șovei – Published Friday, October 31, 2025, 3:56 p.m. / Updated Friday, October 31, 2025, 3:56 p.m.
The semi-finals of the Copa Libertadores lived up to expectations both on the pitch and in the stands. Flamengo and Palmeiras they will meet in the grand final scheduled for November 29.
The atmosphere at the match between Racing Club and Flamengo and the “comeback” made by Palmeiras in the second leg with LDU Quito were the highlights of the semi-finals.
Incendiary atmosphere in Argentina
His fans Racing Club they created an electrifying atmosphere in the second leg with Flamengo. After their team lost 0-1 in the tour, the Argentine fans were hoping that they could help the team turn the result around. Before the start of the home game, they lit hundreds of torches.
South American fans are recognized for the show in the stands and the Argentine fans confirmed once again
The atmosphere created by the fans was not enough for their team. Racing Club and Flamengo drew 0-0 and the Brazilians qualified for the final.
Palmeiras, the incredible “comeback”.
The other semi-final was a real “thriller” for the fans of the two teams. LDU Quito, a team from Ecuador, defeated Palmeiras 3-0 in the round match. Although Quito was close to the second final in history, the Brazilians spoiled their plans. In last night's second leg, Palmeiras managed to win 4-0 and qualify for the grand final.
Palmeiras fans took to the streets to celebrate their team's incredible victory, celebrating all night with a fireworks display and torches.
South American fans are built differently, the Copa Libertadores will forever be the best atmosphere in club soccer.
Well done Palmeiras 🇧🇷 fan, well done. One of the best fans in the world.
pic.twitter.com/xk8xZrNK5w— Tactical Manager (@ManagerTactical) October 30, 2025
100% Brazilian final
On November 29, Palmeiras and Flamengo will meet in the final act of South America's most important football competition. The final will be played at the Monumental Stadium in Lima, Peru. Both clubs have won the Copa Libertadores three times.
The situation of last year will be repeated, when two clubs from Brazil played in the final. In 2024, Botafogo won 3-1 against Atletico Mineiro.
