On Tuesday (20), at 9:30 PM (Brasilia time), Atlético-MG faces San Lorenzo at the MRV Arena in Belo Horizonte, seeking a spot in the quarter-finals of the Conmebol Libertadores.
With a 1-1 draw in the first leg, Galo must win to advance in regular time or draw again to decide qualification in penalties.
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Positive record
Atlético-MG’s record at home against Argentine teams is overwhelmingly favorable. In 20 previous encounters, the Alvinegro has emerged victorious 13 times, drawn five times, and lost only twice. The last defeat to an Argentine team in Belo Horizonte occurred in 1998 when Rosario Central defeated Atlético 1-0 in the Copa Conmebol.
Since then, Atlético-MG has achieved significant feats, including winning the Recopa Sudamericana in 2014 with a 4-3 victory over Lanús and a memorable 3-0 win against River Plate in the quarter-finals of the 2021 Libertadores. This data is from the Globo Esporte portal.
Last meeting in BH
The most recent encounter with San Lorenzo in Belo Horizonte was in 2018 during the Copa Sudamericana when Galo, fielding a reserve team, drew 0-0 at Independência. Now, in the modern MRV Arena, Atlético aims to maintain its undefeated streak against Argentinians in their new home. In the group stage of this Libertadores, the Minas team already defeated Rosario Central 2-1.
Galo in the 2024 season
The clash on Tuesday (20) will be the 23rd for Galo at the MRV Arena this season. In the previous 22 matches, Atlético won 12, drew seven, and lost three, with a goal difference of 42 scored and 23 conceded. A victory against San Lorenzo will guarantee Atlético-MG a place in the quarter-finals, keeping alive the dream of a continental title.
