The round of 16 phase of the 2026 Conmebol Libertadores begins this week, with eight games scheduled between August 11th and 13th. The 16 classified teams face each other in knockout matches, seeking a place in the quarterfinals of the continent’s main tournament.
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The six Brazilian representatives who advanced from the group stage remain in contention and will have their first decisive games. One of the highlights is the national clash between Flamengo and Cruzeiro. Other teams such as Corinthians, Fluminense, Mirassol and Palmeiras face foreign opponents in their respective initial matches.
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Complete game schedule and broadcast options
August 11 clashes
- Fluminense x Independiente Rivadavia
* Time:7pm
* Stadium:Maracanã
* Where to watch:ESPN and Disney+ - Estudiantes x Catholic University
* Time:9:30 p.m.
* Stadium:Jorge Luis Hirschi (Argentina)
* Where to watch:ESPN and Disney+
The game between Tolima and Independiente Del Valle, which was scheduled for August 11, was suspended by Conmebol. The decision was taken due to the strong earthquake that hit Colombia in the last few hours, resulting in more than 100 deaths. A new date for the match has not yet been announced by the tournament organizers.
Matches scheduled for August 12th
- Palmeiras x Cerro Porteño
* Time:7pm
* Stadium:Nubank Park
* Where to watch:Paramount+ - Platense x Coquimbo Unidos
* Time:7pm
* Stadium:Casa Ciudad de Vicente López (Argentina)
* Where to watch:Paramount+ - Cruzeiro x Flamengo
* Time:9:30 p.m.
* Stadium:Mineirão
* Where to watch:TV Globo and Paramount+
Games scheduled for August 13
- Mirassol x LDU
* Time:7pm
* Stadium:Maião
* Where to watch:ESPN and Disney+ - Rosario Central x Corinthians
* Time:9:30 p.m.
* Stadium:Giant Arroyito (Argentina)
* Where to watch:ESPN and Disney+