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The Exciting Draw of the 2025 Libertadores Preliminaries

The excitement surrounding South American football heightened recently as CONMEBOL unveiled the matchups for the 2025 Pre-Libertadores. Two Brazilian clubs, Corinthians and Bahia, will be competing for spots in the prestigious group stage, each having distinct paths that promise thrilling encounters.

Corinthians vs. Universidad Central

Corinthians is set to face Universidad Central of Venezuela in the second phase of the tournament. This encounter marks a notable milestone as it will be the first time the Caracas-based team competes in this eminent South American tournament. The first leg of the matchup will take place in Venezuela, followed by the return match at the Corinthians' home stadium in Itaquera, São Paulo.