1997 Copa Libertadores
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The 1997 edition of Copa Libertadores was won by Cruzeiro of Brazil, after defeating Sporting Cristal of Peru in the final. This was Cruzeiro's second title, their first being the 1976 edition. Cruzeiro's 1997 championship is the only time any club has won the Libertadores after losing the first 3 matches in the competition.
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Libertadores 1997 | |
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Tournament details | |
Dates | February 19 - August 13 |
Teams | 21 (from 10 associations) |
Final positions | |
Champions | Cruzeiro (2nd title) |
Runners-up | Sporting Cristal |
Tournament statistics | |
Matches played | 90 |
Goals scored | 247 (2.74 per match) |
Top scorer(s) | Alberto Acosta (11 goals) |
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