Scolari aims for perfect sendoff in Copa Libertadores final

Published October 27, 2022 3:29 PM

By MAURICIO SAVARESE
AP Sports Writer

SAO PAULO (AP) — The final of the Copa Libertadores on Saturday will feature two Brazilian teams for the third consecutive edition and is likely to either boost the chances for a Flamengo striker to attend the World Cup in Qatar or give a memorable send off for Athletico coach Luiz Felipe Scolari. Unbeaten Flamengo seeks its third trophy of South America’s most prestigious club tournament. Underdog Athletico wants a memorable first title which could end 73-year-old Scolari’s 40-year career at the Metropolitano Stadium in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

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