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Cruzeiro Faces Barcelona SC in Libertadores Return
8 Apr
Summary
- Cruzeiro returns to Libertadores after six years with a new coach.
- Barcelona SC seeks a strong start in a challenging Group D.
- Both teams face injury concerns ahead of their historic first meeting.

Cruzeiro returns to Copa Libertadores action for the first time in six years, commencing their campaign against Barcelona SC. The Brazilian side enters the tournament under new head coach Artur Jorge, having endured a difficult run of form, including five league defeats recently. Their last Libertadores appearance was in 2019.
Barcelona SC, having progressed through qualifiers, is determined to secure a vital opening victory in Group D. The Ecuadorian team has had a solid start to their domestic league but faces challenges at home in continental fixtures. Both clubs are dealing with significant injury concerns heading into this historic first-ever encounter between them.