Libertadores' final match will be held on Wednesday night and the Mexicans will have to defeat Inter by at least two goals to claim their first American Cup.
Guadalajara's Chivas won't be happy with only qualifying for Libertadores' final for the first time in history, and for this reason their trip to Puerto Alegre will not be taken lightly. With the defeat home on their back, Jose Luis Real will have to find a way to catch Inter off guard on Brazilian ground unless he wants to return home in shame. The Carioca squad, on the other hand, is ready to repeat 2006's glory, which stands only one step further on the road. Will they succeed?An unexpected visitor
Chivas' captain declared during the week "We're now focused on what needs to be done. This is the most important match in our careers. We're ready". His words were meant to restore the confidence and relieve the anxiety of the Mexican players, who know they'll have to go all-in to bag a victory this Wednesday.
An all-Mexican squad (there's an unspoken law that states no foreign player can be within Chivas' squad) might be in trouble before visiting Brazil, as the Cariocas have always been stronger on their own ground. Considering Chivas could not stand against Inter's blows back in Mexico, what will they do when their rival is drunk on the honey and soaked in the confidence of playing home?Chivas had to do without Javier Hernandez, Jonny Magallon, Adolfo Bautista, Luis Michel and Alberto Medina during the first round of the final and it is uncertain which players will make the Starting Eleven for this decisive match. Omar Arellano and Omar Bravo will play a decisive role fighting against Inter's defense. Given an early goal the Chivas can overrun Inter with intense pressure from the wings.. will this be enough?
Two Inters leading two continents?
Andres D'Alessandro, Pablo Guiñazu and the rest of the Brazilian squad will look forward to following his Italian's brothers on their triumphal quest, as Internacional de Puerto Alegre is only one step away from lifting their second Copa Libertadores in all history. A solid and experienced squad will be receiving home Guadalajara's rookies.
Renan will be Internacional's goalkeeper for the final, even though the team counts with Roberto Abbondanzieri, former Boca Juniors player with three Libertadores cups in his showcase and an excellent response on shots from the penalty line. Renan called for team's followers to cool down "We understand our fan's euphoria, but we must remain aware we haven't won nothing yet" showing he also has a lot of experience to offer to the other 10 players.
Inter's offensive will be a nightmare for the traveling Chivas, as Alecsandro and Taison will be fully confident when leading Inter's advance. Guadalara's classic 4-4-2 formation might not stand against such furious blows, especially considering the electricity of players like Andres D'Alessandro and Tinga. Celso Roth should remain focused, as a single mistake might deny him America's glory. Chivas will make every sacrifice needed to claim the top for their own for the first time, will their constant desire be enough?The Beira Rio will host another final, as it did four years ago. All America will be watching for this clash, and the advantage favors the Brazilians without a shadow of a doubt. But everything is possible, who will be America's champion by tomorrow's night?
