Latin America Sports Daily for Friday, August 7, 2026

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Juárez Overwhelm Atlas in 3-1 Leagues Cup Thriller

Result

FC Juárez defeated Atlas 3-1 in a frenetic Leagues Cup 2026 fixture on Thursday night. José Rodríguez and Denzell García scored for the hosts before an 89th-minute own goal by Atlas defender Gustavo Ferrareis removed any doubt about the outcome.

Atlas managed a second-half response through an Alfonso González penalty. The strike was not enough to spark a comeback against a Juárez side that now moves into a more comfortable mid-table position.

The match was played at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez. Juárez capitalised on defensive disarray to seal their victory, pushing Atlas further down the standings in a tightly fought tournament.

02

Libertadores Knockout Stage Set for 11-20 August

Preview

The 2026 Copa Libertadores round-of-16 first legs will be played between 11 and 20 August, according to the official competition calendar. The draw pairs South America’s surviving clubs as the continent’s most prestigious club prize enters its decisive phase.

Brazilian and Argentine clubs typically dominate this stage. The August schedule gives squads a short window to finalise preparations after the domestic league pause.

Specific fixtures and kickoff times are yet to be formally announced by CONMEBOL. The ties will be staged at venues across the continent, with seeded teams playing the return legs at home.

03

Fluminense Edge Atlético Mineiro in March Clash

Football

Fluminense beat Atlético Mineiro 1-0 at the Maracanã in a Brasileirão Série A fixture on 21 March 2026. The match drew a crowd of 22,025 fans in Rio de Janeiro.

The single goal was enough to claim three points for the Tricolor Carioca. The result holds significance as these two clubs are often contenders for continental qualification.

Wikipedia records this as the most recent head-to-head meeting between the sides. Atlético Mineiro had previously defeated Fluminense 3-2 in a separate encounter, illustrating a tightly balanced rivalry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

When does the Copa Libertadores round of 16 start?

The first-leg matches of the 2026 Copa Libertadores round of 16 are scheduled to be played between 11 and 20 August. CONMEBOL will release the exact match schedule and hosting venues shortly, with Brazil and Argentina expected to provide the majority of the competing teams.

What was the score between FC Juárez and Atlas in the Leagues Cup?

FC Juárez won 3-1 against Atlas in a Leagues Cup 2026 fixture. José Rodríguez, Denzell García and an own goal by Gustavo Ferrareis scored for Juárez, while Alfonso González replied with a penalty for Atlas.