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The key players in this preliminary round are Corinthians and Bahia, both of whom are seeded in Pot 1 and will not encounter each other in the initial matchup. The draw will unveil their potential opponents, which include a variety of teams from across South America. The clubs Corinthians could face range from Deportes Iquique (Chile) to the Strongest (Bolivia).
Notably, the challengers also come from countries that have produced competitive teams, such as representatives from Colombia—including Tolima or Millonarios—and other clubs from Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Venezuela.