Despite losing 2-0, Atlético Mineiro eliminated Montevideo City Torque and will play Boca in the final of the Copa Sudamericana.
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Atlético Mineiro advanced to the final of the 25th Copa Sudamericana despite a 2-0 defeat against Montevideo City Torque in the second leg at the Estadio Centenario in Uruguay. Coached by Eduardo Domínguez, the Brazilian side secured its ticket to the championship match on aggregate, having won the first leg 3-0 in Belo Horizonte.
With the aggregate result sealing their progression for the second consecutive year, Atlético Mineiro will face Argentina's Boca Juniors in the final on November 21 in Barranquilla. Boca Juniors enters the matchup seeking their third title in the tournament.
Despite the successful qualification, Atlético Mineiro will face a notable absence in the upcoming final, as a key player was ruled out due to an unusual red card received during the semifinal phase.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Player absenceFocuses on a key player's unusual expulsion and absence from the final.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Boca's pursuitEmphasizes Boca Juniors' pursuit of their third tournament title.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Venue specificationHighlights Barranquilla as the specific host location for the final.