Two clubs chasing Copa Libertadores glory will do battle today in a match between Atletico Nacional and Barcelona. The group-stage clash scheduled for 9:15 p.m. ET will be held at the Atanasio Girardot Sports Complex and can be live streamed here free. Additional TV coverage can be found on Fox Deportes.
What They're Saying
Atletico Nacional manager Juan Carlos Osorio (via ESPN FC): "Everything is going well. I've always said since the beginning: I've maintained a good relationship with them [the board of directors]. The president made us a very good offer, I'm referring to me and my family, and I think that we will come to an agreement [for a contract extension]. This Thursday, we're going to give it our all to represent Colombian football."
Barcelona captain Matias Oyola (via Ecuagol): "Winning is always important. It says something about the team. Now, we're going with hope to Colombia. Just like they won here in Guayaquil, we're going over there [Medellin] to win. Our momentum is good. The results depend on us. I think and have a lot of faith in our players and that we will have a good season."
Tactical Preview
Player to Watch: Jonathan Copete has been in stellar form this campaign. In six league appearances, the 27-year-old has four goals. He'll look for more of the same in Medellin on Thursday.
Atletico Nacional's Projected Lineup (4-3-3): Armani; Valencia, Najera, Henriquez, Garcia; Bocanegra, Bernal, Mejia; Copete, Zeballos, Escobar
Barcelona's Projected Lineup (4-3-2-1): Lanza; Nazareno, Perlaza, Checa, Velasco; Vega, Oyola, Frezzotti; Colon, Aleman; Blanco
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