The 2026 CONMEBOL Sudamericana final draws near, set for Saturday, November 21 at the revamped Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez stadium in Barranquilla. This week the contenders were confirmed: Atlético Mineiro, after dispatching Montevideo City Torque, will face Boca Juniors, who eliminated Vasco da Gama.
With just under a month left, the Colombian Government has declared the final a matter of National Interest as announced by CONMEBOL, attaching decree 1592 signed by Sports Minister Juliana Gutiérrez Zuluaga.
CONMEBOL said the measure provides institutional backing for one of South America’s premier football events and supports efforts to ensure the necessary conditions for a final that will gather the continent’s top clubs.
The organization added that hosting the 2026 CONMEBOL Sudamericana Final in Barranquilla offers a chance to showcase the city as a venue for a major international sporting spectacle, drawing fans and visitors around the passion for South American football.
Finally, CONMEBOL thanked the Colombian Government for its support and commitment ahead of the Sudamericana showdown. Both Barranquilla and the Metropolitano continue fine‑tuning preparations for the title match. The backing shows Colombia’s ambition to host future marquee events.
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It’s worth noting both finalists feature Colombian talent. Mineiro’s squad includes regular starter Kevin Castaño and Mateo Cassierra; Boca fields Álvaro Montero and Sebastián Villa.
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