São Paulo faces Boca Juniors at La Bombonera, while Vasco travels to Colombia to take on Santa Fe.
The Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals are set to kick off with great intensity this Tuesday, September 7th. Two of Brazilian football's most traditional clubs, São Paulo and Vasco da Gama, will take to the field in pursuit of a spot in the continental tournament's semi-finals.
São Paulo will face a significant challenge as they visit Boca Juniors at their legendary stadium, La Bombonera, in Buenos Aires. The clash is highly anticipated, given the history and rivalries between the teams in the South American landscape.
Meanwhile, Vasco da Gama will travel to Colombia to face Santa Fe. The Rio de Janeiro-based team enters the match on the back of an unbeaten streak in knockout competitions, aiming to maintain their strong record to advance in the tournament.
São Paulo seeks advantage against Boca Juniors at La Bombonera
São Paulo takes the field with high morale, coming off two consecutive victories, including an important win in the Brazilian Championship. Coach Dorival Jr. has already outlined a strategic and challenging duel against Boca Juniors, emphasizing the importance of the clash at La Bombonera.
The São Paulo-based team secured their spot in the quarter-finals after overcoming Bolívar in their Sudamericana campaign. This is not the first encounter between São Paulo and Boca in the competition; in 2007, in the round of 16, São Paulo advanced due to the away goals rule, after an aggregate score of 2-2.
In their overall history, São Paulo and Boca Juniors have faced each other 12 times, with four victories for the Brazilian club, five for the Xeneizes, and three draws. To reach this stage, Boca Juniors eliminated O'Higgins on penalties in the playoffs and Deportivo Recoleta in the previous round, with an aggregate score of 7-1.
Vasco defends unbeaten cup record in Colombia
Vasco da Gama, despite a recent defeat in the derby against Fluminense, aims to shift focus to the Copa Sudamericana and maintain their impressive streak in knockout competitions. Under coach Pedro Emanuel, Vasco has proven to be a formidable force in cup ties.
The Rio de Janeiro-based team has accumulated eight unbeaten matches in cup competitions under Pedro Emanuel, recording three draws and five victories, which have resulted in four qualifications. In the Sudamericana, Vasco eliminated Independiente Medellín in the playoffs and Olimpia in the round of 16, demonstrating resilience and decisive power.
Vasco's good form in knockout tournaments is also reflected in the Copa do Brasil, where the team overcame Fluminense and Vitória, securing their spot in the semi-finals. This Tuesday's opponent, Santa Fe, reached the quarter-finals after an important victory against River Plate, at the Monumental Stadium.
Vasco's knockout matches under Pedro Emanuel
Vasco's solidity in decisive clashes under Pedro Emanuel's technical direction is evidenced by the results of their last knockout matches:
- Independiente Medellín 2 x 2 Vasco — Sudamericana playoffs first leg
- Vasco 1 x 0 Independiente Medellín — Sudamericana playoffs second leg
- Vasco 0 x 0 Fluminense — Copa do Brasil round of 16 first leg
- Fluminense 1 x 3 Vasco — Copa do Brasil round of 16 second leg
- Vasco 0 x 0 Olimpia — Sudamericana round of 16 first leg
- Olimpia 1 x 4 Vasco — Sudamericana round of 16 second leg
- Vasco 1 x 0 Vitória — Copa do Brasil quarter-finals first leg
- Vitória 0 x 2 Vasco — Copa do Brasil quarter-finals second leg
This track record demonstrates Vasco's ability to achieve good results under pressure, a fundamental characteristic for continuity in the continental competition.
Check out the full Sudamericana quarter-finals schedule
Brazilian fans will have two major matches to follow this Tuesday, September 7th, marking the start of the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals. The games promise high emotions and are crucial for the clubs' ambitions:
- Santa Fe vs Vasco: The clash is scheduled for 7 PM (Brasília time). The match will take place at Nemesio Camacho El Campín Stadium, in Bogotá, Colombia.
- Boca Juniors vs São Paulo: Kick-off is at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at the emblematic La Bombonera, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals begin?
The Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals begin this Tuesday, September 7th, with matches involving Brazilian clubs São Paulo and Vasco da Gama.
Where does São Paulo play this Tuesday in the Sudamericana?
São Paulo plays away against Boca Juniors at the legendary La Bombonera, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with the match scheduled for 9:30 PM (Brasília time).
What is Vasco's knockout stage record under Pedro Emanuel?
Under coach Pedro Emanuel, Vasco da Gama has an unbeaten record in knockout competitions, totaling five wins and three draws in eight matches, which resulted in four qualifications.
What time is the match between Vasco and Santa Fe?
The match between Santa Fe and Vasco da Gama is scheduled for 7 PM (Brasília time) this Tuesday, at Nemesio Camacho El Campín Stadium, in Bogotá, Colombia.
How many times have São Paulo and Boca Juniors faced each other?
São Paulo and Boca Juniors have faced each other 12 times in history, with four victories for the Brazilian team, five for the Argentines, and three draws.