IFFHS Announces Copa Libertadores Women Quarterfinal Previews
The International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) has released detailed previews ahead of the Copa Libertadores Women’s quarterfinals, highlighting key matchups and standout players. The tournament,showcasing the best women’s club football in South America,is poised for a dramatic knockout stage.
This year’s quarterfinals feature compelling clashes between established powerhouses and rising contenders, with Corinthians emerging as early favorites after a dominant group stage performance. The competition’s increasing competitiveness reflects the growing investment and talent within women’s football across the continent, and the IFFHS previews offer a comprehensive look at the teams vying for the title. The winners of these quarterfinals will advance to the semifinals, continuing their pursuit of the Copa Libertadores trophy and continental glory.
Corinthians – Boca Juniors
Winner of 5 Copa Libertadores (3 in the last 5 years),Corinthians is favored in this quarterfinal. Winner of the Group stage, Gabi Zanotti (3 goals) and her team have the power to join the Top 4 of the competition. Boca Juniors has never conceded a goal in the group of Ferroviaria.
Railway – Ind Del Valle
Ecuador’s champion (1-1 vs Corinthians) is unbeaten and has in Ambar Torres an efficient goal scorer. It will be a difficult game for Ferroviaria, one of brazil’s top teams to continue their road, wishing a third Copa Libertadores.
Colo Colo – Freedom Limpeño
Chile’s champion Colo Colo is the only team to have won their 3 games and Mary valencia has scored 100% of their goals (4 in 3 games)! Thay defeated Sao Paulo and so are favorites vs Paraguay’s champion Libertad, which conceded 3 draws in the Group stage without defeat.
Dep Cali – Sao Paulo
Colombia’s champion Deportivo Cali (7 points in 3 Group games) will face Brazil’s Sao Paulo in a great quarter final. Defeated by colo Colo (2 Copa Libertadores), Sao Paulo took only the second place of their group and will meet another favorite.