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Corinthians has been deemed somewhat fortunate in its initial draw. The Central University of Venezuela is relatively untested; historically, they've secured the Venezuelan championship on three occasions but have yet to establish a strong presence in the Libertadores. While the Venezuelan club did reach the quarterfinals with past teams, the current landscape of Venezuelan football is markedly different.
However, while Corinthians may have an easier first matchup, potential challenges await them in the subsequent round. The possibility of facing Barcelona SC from Guayaquil looms large, a team with recent semifinal appearances, making it a daunting prospect should they progress.