Argentinos Juniors will debut in the 2026 Copa Libertadores against Barcelona of Ecuador. The team led by Nicolás Diez will travel to Guayaquil to face Barcelona in the second preliminary phase of the tournament.
The Bicho is looking to advance in the tournament and qualify for the group stage. The Argentine team has a rich history in the Copa Libertadores, having won the title in 1985.
The Barcelona of Ecuador is an experienced team in the tournament. The Ecuadorian team has players like Darío Benedetto, who could be a threat to Argentinos Juniors' defense.
The match will be played on Wednesday at the stadium in Guayaquil. The team that wins the first leg will have a significant advantage to advance in the tournament.
| Date | Time | Home team | Away team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 21:30 | Barcelona | Argentinos Juniors |
