Palmeiras vs. River Plate: Libertadores Quarter-Finals First Leg Preview
Palmeiras will face River Plate this Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) in the first leg of the 2025 Conmebol Libertadores Cup quarter-finals. The match will take place at the Monumental de Núñez Stadium. The return leg is scheduled for next Wednesday, September 24, at Allianz Parque.
The Road to the Quarter-Finals
Palmeiras, the leader of Group G with 18 points, advanced by eliminating Universitario with a 4-0 victory in Peru and a 0-0 draw at home. River Plate, having topped Group B with 12 points, progressed by defeating Libertad (0-0 and 1-1, winning 3-1 on penalties) in the round of 16.
Line-up Changes and Tactical Approaches
Compared to their last match, a 4-1 win over Internacional in the Brasileirão, Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira has chosen to bring in Andreas Pereira in place of Facundo Torres. This marks Pereira's first start for Verdão. Marcelo Gallardo, the coach of River Plate, is also expected to employ strategic moves to gain an advantage in this crucial first leg.
Where to Watch in the USA
Fans in the United States can watch River Plate vs Palmeiras live on Fubo, Fanatiz, and beIN SPORTS. This Copa Libertadores quarterfinal clash is highly anticipated, with many considering it a potential early final.
Match Details
The first leg between River Plate and Palmeiras will be played on Wednesday, September 17, kicking off at 8:30 PM (ET). Here's the time breakdown across different US time zones:
- ET: 8:30 PM
- CT: 7:30 PM
- MT: 6:30 PM
- PT: 5:30 PM
Team Lineups
Check out the confirmed lineups for both teams:
EL ONCE DE RIVER PARA ENFRENTAR A PALMEIRAS EN LOS CUARTOS DE LA COPA LIBERTADORES 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/apny8lJ7jo
— Diario Olé (@DiarioOle) September 17, 2025
The Palmeiras lineup will be released shortly.
