The Metropolitano stadium is undergoing a complete renovation for the event. Photo: Twitter @MetropolitanoRM
Barranquilla remains listed as the venue for the 2026 Copa Sudamericana final, even after recent doubts. The Roberto Meléndez stadium still officially hosts the match on November 21.
CONMEBOL previously selected the city to host the continental showdown, making Barranquilla a focal point this year. No official change has been announced, and the fixture still shows the Colombian city as host.
What could spark another venue rumor before the November showdown?
The rumor sparked by César Augusto Londoño suggested CONMEBOL might consider a venue swap if both finalists are Brazilian. The speculation spread fast online, yet no formal announcement has confirmed such a shift.
🚨 CONMEBOL could move the Sudamericana final if two Brazilian clubs reach it, Brazilian media claim. Barranquilla invested heavily in stadium upgrades. Palmeiras, Flamengo and Fluminense are in the mix… — Cesar Augusto Londoño (@cesaralo) September 21, 2026
Thus, the Roberto Meléndez Metropolitano stays the slated stage and the date is unchanged. The concern here is that unfounded gossip distracts fans, as any relocation talk lacks official CONMEBOL backing.
Journalist Fabio Poveda also weighed in, asserting the showdown will indeed take place in Barranquilla. He posted that the match will remain at the Metropolitano regardless of which teams advance.
CONFIRMED: THE @Sudamericana FINAL WILL BE PLAYED IN BARRANQUILLA ON NOVEMBER 21 AT THE SUPER METRO. No matter which rivals qualify, the venue stays put. — Fabio Poveda (@FabioPovedaRuiz) September 21, 2026
The issue could resurface if CONMEBOL later releases any communiqué altering the final’s conditions. Until then, the official schedule is clear: Barranquilla is chosen and the Roberto Meléndez stadium is set for the November 21 match.
For now, Colombian football retains the chance to host another continental climax at one of its premier grounds, and the ongoing works at the ‘Arenosa’ stadium continue with the Sudamericana final in mind.