Liga de Quito Aims for Libertadores Final Against Palmeiras

SÃO PAULO, Brazil — Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito faces Palmeiras in the return semifinal of the Copa Libertadores on Thursday, October 30. The match will take place at Allianz Parque starting at 7:30 p.m. Ecuador time.

After a commanding 3-0 victory in the first leg at their home ground, Liga Quito has a strong advantage. Bolivian forward Gabriel Villamil scored two goals, while Lisandro Alzugaray added another to secure the win.

The Ecuadorian team, coached by Tiago Nunes, is aiming for their second Copa Libertadores final, the last being in 2008 when they became champions. A win or draw in this match would guarantee them a place in the final.

The final will be held on November 29 at Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru. Liga Quito’s top performance in the first leg leaves them confident but mindful that Palmeiras will fight hard for a comeback.

Palmeiras, led by coach Abel Ferreira, suffered their first loss of the tournament in Quito and will need to overcome the significant deficit. Ferreira believes in the potential for a miraculous turnaround and has called on fans to support the team in this crucial match.

“Prepare for a magical night. I believe something extraordinary will happen on Thursday,” Ferreira said at a recent press conference. He has high expectations for his leading forwards, ‘Flaco’ López and Vitor Roque, who have been consistent scorers.

Liga Quito, meanwhile, comes into the match well-rested, as their last Liga ecuatoriana match was postponed. However, they will be without key player Brayan Ramírez due to a suspension.

Despite injuries and absences, both teams are prepared to give everything for a place in the final. The match promises to be thrilling, and the outcome will decide who moves on to face either Racing or Flamengo in the championship match.

With the stakes high, both teams are set to clash in what could be a memorable encounter.