South America anticipates its two continental finals this week, with a strong possibility of all-Brazilian matchups in both the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana. In the Libertadores, Palmeiras holds an advantage over Fluminense, while Flamengo faces Estudiantes. For the Sudamericana, Vasco Da Gama leads Boca Juniors, and Atletico Mineiro is poised to advance past Montevideo City Torque.

Elsewhere, Lionel Messi continues his dominant form for Inter Miami, securing a playoff spot in MLS. Liga MX sees Club America atop the table after a 5-3 win over Leon, with Santos Laguna also on a winning streak. In Colombia, Atletico Nacional won the Clasico Paisa in the Copa Colombia, while stadium conditions at El Campin drew criticism. River Plate's Copa Libertadores hopes are slim in Argentina, and Cerro Porteno faces turmoil in Paraguay.