The 2026 Sudamericana final pits Boca against Brazil’s Atlético Mineiro, and several details have already been locked in. On September 24, Juan Román Riquelme led a Boca delegation to a CONMEBOL summit in Paraguay, where all four semifinalists gathered. Decisions covered not only the upcoming match but also broader final arrangements. For my money, the early planning gives both clubs a clear runway.
The showdown is slated for Saturday, November 21, with kickoff at 17:00 local Colombian time—19:00 in Argentina. Officials warn the slot could shift, so fans should treat it as provisional.
Because Atlético Mineiro posted the strongest group‑stage record across CONMEBOL’s tournaments, they will be designated Team A. Consequently, the fixture will be listed as Atlético Mineiro vs. Boca Juniors, not the reverse.
Where Boca’s fans will sit and how tickets will be sold
Boca supporters will occupy the north stand of Barranquilla’s Metropolitano Stadium. Ticket allocations per club remain undisclosed, and sales methods are still under review. The venue was upgraded this year, swelling from 43,000 to 65,000 seats.
CONMEBOL announced on its official site that further key details will be released soon, urging fans to register for email updates. As usual, Boca will receive a set quota to sell independently, while a neutral pool will be managed by the governing body.
Additional confirmed details for the Boca‑Atlético Mineiro final
- No new players may be added for the final; the submitted squad list is locked in.
- Boca will train at the Colombian Football Federation’s complex, and CONMEBOL has booked the Hotel Estelar Alto Prado, 9 km from the site.
- Both squads may arrive in Barranquilla from 17:00 on Wednesday, September 18, and must vacate by 14:00 on Sunday, November 22 (Argentina time). Will the teams use this window to fine‑tune their tactics?