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Palmeiras and Estudiantes Advance to Copa Libertadores Semifinals

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September 17, 2026 1 Min Read
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Palmeiras and Estudiantes secured their spots in the semifinals after the second legs of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, advancing in the race for South America’s premier club trophy.

In Quito, the Ecuadorian capital, local side LDU defeated Palmeiras 3-2, leveling the aggregate score at 3-3. However, the Brazilian team prevailed 4-3 in the penalty shootout to move on to the semifinals.

Meanwhile, Estudiantes clinched a 1-0 away victory against Corinthians thanks to an 86th-minute goal by Alexis Castro, advancing with a 2-1 aggregate score. Palmeiras will face Fluminense in the semifinals, while Estudiantes awaits the winner of the Flamengo versus Independiente del Valle tie. The semifinal matches are scheduled for October.

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