1. Historical Stakes

For Botafogo, a win would mean their first-ever Copa Libertadores title, capping a dream season and cementing their resurgence on the international stage.

Atlético Mineiro, aiming for their second title after their legendary 2013 win, will stop at nothing to reclaim South America’s most coveted prize. 

There’s no love lost between these two; it will be a high-stakes, prestige-fueled battle.

2. A Clash of Star Power 

Botafogo has a variety of young stars: Paraguay’s Oscar Romero, Venezuela’s Savarino, Argentina’s Thiago Almada, and Brazilian National team players Igor Jesus and Luiz Henrique; Atlético Mineiro has Hulk.

3. The Ghost of Past Heroes

 Atlético Mineiro has had some amazing players on their squad:

Ronaldinho, Toninho Cerezo, Reinaldo, Éder, Taffarel, and even Diego Costa. And Botafogo boasts of Garrincha, Jairzinho, Carlos Alberto, Clarence Seedorf, Bebeto, and yes, even Diego Costa.

Will Botafogo make history, or will Atlético Mineiro’s experience reign supreme? Couple that with the pulsating energy of a packed stadium full of passionate fans, and this final becomes an unforgettable spectacle of football, talent, and culture. You can’t miss it, watch it LIVE on beIN SPORTS en Español and beIN Sports English Connect on November 30th.