Copa Sudamericana predictions demand attention from sharp bettors—South America's second-tier continental competition consistently delivers unpredictable results, dramatic knockout ties, and markets ripe for value hunters. From Brazilian giants facing Argentinian challengers to Colombian underdogs upsetting the odds, this tournament rewards those who dig deeper than surface-level analysis.
Betzoid brings you upcoming fixtures with betting odds, current group standings, and tactical insights for every round. Check the latest Copa Sudamericana matches below, then scroll down for our detailed analysis.
Upcoming Copa Sudamericana Fixtures
How the Copa Sudamericana Works
The Copa Sudamericana serves as South America's equivalent to the UEFA Europa League. CONMEBOL organizes this continental knockout competition annually, featuring clubs from all ten South American football federations. Teams qualify through domestic league positions, typically finishing just below Copa Libertadores spots.
The tournament structure has evolved over the years but generally follows a two-legged knockout format. Early rounds feature teams from smaller federations, while powerhouses from Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia enter at later stages. Away goals traditionally decided ties until recent rule changes aligned with European competitions. The final has shifted between two-legged affairs and single matches at neutral venues.
Winning the Sudamericana carries real prestige. Champions earn automatic qualification to the following year's Copa Libertadores group stage. They also compete in the Recopa Sudamericana against the Libertadores winners. Prize money has increased significantly over recent editions, making the competition financially attractive for mid-sized clubs. Betzoid tracks betting odds throughout each edition, recognizing the tournament's growing importance in South American football's calendar.
Copa Sudamericana Table
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | |||||||
| 1 | Macara | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 6/3 | 10 |
| 2 | Tigre | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8/5 | 9 |
| 3 | America de Cali | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 6/5 | 9 |
| 4 | Alianza Atletico | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2/9 | 2 |
| Group B | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico-MG | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8/6 | 10 |
| 2 | Cienciano | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5/7 | 8 |
| 3 | Juventud | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10/7 | 7 |
| 4 | Puerto Cabello | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6/9 | 7 |
| Group C | |||||||
| 1 | Sao Paulo | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6/1 | 12 |
| 2 | O'Higgins | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8/6 | 10 |
| 3 | Millonarios | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7/7 | 8 |
| 4 | Boston River | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 5/12 | 3 |
| Group D | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo Recoleta | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6/5 | 8 |
| 2 | Santos | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 8/6 | 7 |
| 3 | San Lorenzo | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6/5 | 7 |
| 4 | Deportivo Cuenca | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3/7 | 6 |
| Group E | |||||||
| 1 | Botafogo | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 15/5 | 16 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9/9 | 9 |
| 3 | Racing Club | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 11/9 | 8 |
| 4 | Independiente | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3/15 | 0 |
| Group F | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico Torque | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11/5 | 13 |
| 2 | Gremio | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8/3 | 11 |
| 3 | Deportivo Riestra | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4/10 | 5 |
| 4 | Palestino | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1/6 | 3 |
| Group G | |||||||
| 1 | Olimpia | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10/6 | 13 |
| 2 | Vasco DA Gama | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10/6 | 10 |
| 3 | A. Italiano | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7/9 | 7 |
| 4 | Barracas Central | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2/8 | 3 |
| Group H | |||||||
| 1 | River Plate | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 9/3 | 14 |
| 2 | RB Bragantino | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12/5 | 10 |
| 3 | Carabobo FC | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6/5 | 9 |
| 4 | Blooming | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3/17 | 1 |
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | |||||||
| 1 | Macara | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3/3 | 10 |
| 2 | Tigre | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4/1 | 9 |
| 3 | America de Cali | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3/2 | 9 |
| 4 | Alianza Atletico | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1/5 | 2 |
| Group B | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico-MG | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5/1 | 10 |
| 2 | Cienciano | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4/1 | 8 |
| 3 | Juventud | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7/3 | 7 |
| 4 | Puerto Cabello | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6/2 | 7 |
| Group C | |||||||
| 1 | Sao Paulo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5/1 | 12 |
| 2 | O'Higgins | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4/0 | 10 |
| 3 | Millonarios | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2/2 | 8 |
| 4 | Boston River | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5/7 | 3 |
| Group D | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo Recoleta | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2/2 | 8 |
| 2 | Santos | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6/3 | 7 |
| 3 | San Lorenzo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/2 | 7 |
| 4 | Deportivo Cuenca | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3/2 | 6 |
| Group E | |||||||
| 1 | Botafogo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6/2 | 16 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/4 | 9 |
| 3 | Racing Club | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6/5 | 8 |
| 4 | Independiente | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3/9 | 0 |
| Group F | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico Torque | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6/1 | 13 |
| 2 | Gremio | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5/2 | 11 |
| 3 | Deportivo Riestra | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2/4 | 5 |
| 4 | Palestino | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1/3 | 3 |
| Group G | |||||||
| 1 | Olimpia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6/2 | 13 |
| 2 | Vasco DA Gama | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7/2 | 10 |
| 3 | A. Italiano | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3/4 | 7 |
| 4 | Barracas Central | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2/3 | 3 |
| Group H | |||||||
| 1 | River Plate | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5/1 | 14 |
| 2 | RB Bragantino | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5/3 | 10 |
| 3 | Carabobo FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4/2 | 9 |
| 4 | Blooming | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1/9 | 1 |
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | |||||||
| 1 | Macara | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3/0 | 10 |
| 2 | Tigre | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4/4 | 9 |
| 3 | America de Cali | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/3 | 9 |
| 4 | Alianza Atletico | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1/4 | 2 |
| Group B | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico-MG | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3/5 | 10 |
| 2 | Cienciano | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1/6 | 8 |
| 3 | Juventud | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3/4 | 7 |
| 4 | Puerto Cabello | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/7 | 7 |
| Group C | |||||||
| 1 | Sao Paulo | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1/0 | 12 |
| 2 | O'Higgins | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4/6 | 10 |
| 3 | Millonarios | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5/5 | 8 |
| 4 | Boston River | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/5 | 3 |
| Group D | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo Recoleta | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4/3 | 8 |
| 2 | Santos | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2/3 | 7 |
| 3 | San Lorenzo | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3/3 | 7 |
| 4 | Deportivo Cuenca | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0/5 | 6 |
| Group E | |||||||
| 1 | Botafogo | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9/3 | 16 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6/5 | 9 |
| 3 | Racing Club | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5/4 | 8 |
| 4 | Independiente | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/6 | 0 |
| Group F | |||||||
| 1 | Atletico Torque | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5/4 | 13 |
| 2 | Gremio | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/1 | 11 |
| 3 | Deportivo Riestra | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2/6 | 5 |
| 4 | Palestino | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0/3 | 3 |
| Group G | |||||||
| 1 | Olimpia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4/4 | 13 |
| 2 | Vasco DA Gama | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/4 | 10 |
| 3 | A. Italiano | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4/5 | 7 |
| 4 | Barracas Central | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0/5 | 3 |
| Group H | |||||||
| 1 | River Plate | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4/2 | 14 |
| 2 | RB Bragantino | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7/2 | 10 |
| 3 | Carabobo FC | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2/3 | 9 |
| 4 | Blooming | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2/8 | 1 |
Goals, Drama, and South American Flair
Copa Sudamericana matches deliver entertainment that differs from European competitions. South American football emphasizes technical skill, physical intensity, and passionate atmospheres. Historical data shows matches averaging between 2.3 and 2.7 goals per game across recent editions. The combination of attacking intent and defensive vulnerabilities creates genuine unpredictability—similar patterns appear in Jamaica Premier League betting, where open play produces comparable goal averages.
Home advantage matters enormously in this competition. Altitude variations between venues create natural edges—teams based in La Paz, Quito, or Bogotá enjoy significant physiological advantages. Hostile crowds, challenging travel distances, and time zone changes amplify home-field benefit beyond typical European levels. Away wins occur less frequently than in UEFA competitions, making first-leg results crucial.
Card counts run higher than continental averages elsewhere. Referees face intense pressure from crowds and dugouts alike. Physical tackling and tactical fouling remain embedded in South American football culture. Matches regularly produce four to six yellow cards, with red cards appearing more frequently than in European knockout ties.
Best Markets for Copa Sudamericana Betting
Copa Sudamericana betting tips should focus on markets that suit the competition's characteristics. Understanding how to bet on this tournament requires recognizing which wagers offer consistent value across editions.
- Match Result (1X2) — Home favorites dominate this competition. Back home teams in early rounds when travel fatigue affects visitors. Later rounds see tighter margins as quality evens out.
- Over/Under Goals — Over under bets work best in matchups featuring attacking-minded Brazilian or Argentine sides. Under 2.5 offers value when Ecuadorian or Bolivian teams defend at altitude.
- Both Teams to Score — BTTS yes hits frequently when two evenly-matched clubs meet. Second legs particularly favor this market as trailing teams chase aggregate deficits.
- Asian Handicap — Strong favorites at home deserve -1 or -1.5 handicap backing. Brazilian Serie A clubs often overwhelm opponents from smaller federations by two or more goals.
- Cards Markets — Over 4.5 total cards provides steady value. High-stakes knockouts produce bookings reliably, especially in derbies between regional rivals.
Our analysis suggests combining match result with cards markets for accumulator builders seeking tournament-long strategies. Bettors who enjoy second-tier continental action might also explore Dutch Eerste Divisie predictions for similar value-hunting opportunities.
Copa Sudamericana Players stats
| № | Player | Club | Goals | Penalties | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S. Rodríguez | Atletico Torque | 7 | 1 | 11 |
| 2 | Gabriel Barbosa | Santos | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| 3 | R. Contreras | Millonarios | 5 | 1 | 7 |
| 4 | C. Garcés | Cienciano | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| 5 | Adson | Vasco DA Gama | 4 | 0 | 9 |
| 6 | Bernard | Atletico-MG | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 7 | F. González | O'Higgins | 3 | 0 | 8 |
| 8 | T. Cuello | Atletico-MG | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 9 | A. Hohberg | Cienciano | 3 | 0 | 12 |
| 10 | Gabriel Bontempo | Santos | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 11 | N. Bandiera | Cienciano | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 12 | I. Pitta | RB Bragantino | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| 13 | F. Pizzichillo | Atletico Torque | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| 14 | F. Posse | Macara | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 15 | I. Russo | Tigre | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 16 | M. Merentiel | Boca Juniors | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 17 | M. Succar | Cienciano | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 18 | W. Correa | Caracas FC | 3 | 0 | 8 |
| 19 | Luciano | Sao Paulo | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 20 | J. Randazzo | Deportivo Riestra | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| № | Player | Team | Assists | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C. Souza | Cienciano | 5 | 12 |
| 2 | Gabriel Barbosa | Santos | 4 | 9 |
| 3 | F. González | O'Higgins | 4 | 8 |
| 4 | T. Cuello | Atletico-MG | 4 | 6 |
| 5 | A. Cruz | Juventud | 4 | 4 |
| 6 | C. Garcés | Cienciano | 3 | 12 |
| 7 | Adson | Vasco DA Gama | 3 | 9 |
| 8 | A. Hohberg | Cienciano | 3 | 12 |
| 9 | J. Rodríguez | Vasco DA Gama | 3 | 8 |
| 10 | J. Correa | Botafogo | 3 | 3 |
| 11 | E. Obregón | Atletico Torque | 3 | 11 |
| 12 | Lucas Barbosa | RB Bragantino | 3 | 7 |
| 13 | R. Benitez | Olimpia | 3 | 7 |
| 14 | Fernando | RB Bragantino | 2 | 6 |
| 15 | Artur | Sao Paulo | 2 | 8 |
| 16 | R. Flores | Puerto Cabello | 2 | 7 |
| 17 | Neymar | Santos | 2 | 5 |
| 18 | T. Ángel | America de Cali | 2 | 6 |
| 19 | Nuno Moreira | Vasco DA Gama | 2 | 12 |
| 20 | F. Silvera | Atletico Torque | 2 | 11 |
| № | Player | Team | Matches | Minutes | Red | Yellow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | F. La Mantia | Caracas FC | 8 | 441 | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | W. Báez | Deportivo Recoleta | 7 | 504 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | R. Insúa | Barracas Central | 6 | 489 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 | Carlos Vinícius | Gremio | 5 | 325 | 1 | 2 |
| 5 | G. Valverde | Blooming | 5 | 383 | 1 | 2 |
| 6 | J. Fernández | Palestino | 5 | 426 | 1 | 2 |
| 7 | C. Cuesta | Vasco DA Gama | 7 | 623 | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | S. Torres | Independiente Petrolero | 6 | 478 | 1 | 1 |
| 9 | N. Banegas | Tigre | 6 | 482 | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | J. Morales | Barracas Central | 5 | 215 | 1 | 1 |
| 11 | P. Martínez | Tigre | 5 | 307 | 1 | 1 |
| 12 | E. Castillo | Carabobo FC | 5 | 345 | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | L. Martínez | River Plate | 5 | 365 | 1 | 1 |
| 14 | M. Ortiz | A. Italiano | 5 | 422 | 1 | 1 |
| 15 | G. Falcón | Cienciano | 0 | 94 | 1 | 1 |
| 16 | S. Beltrán | River Plate | 7 | 626 | 1 | 0 |
| 17 | Fernando | RB Bragantino | 6 | 233 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 | E. Noriega | Gremio | 6 | 416 | 1 | 0 |
| 19 | M. Abisab | Blooming | 5 | 409 | 1 | 0 |
| 20 | F. Cambeses | Racing Club | 5 | 450 | 1 | 0 |
| 21 | N. Demartini | Barracas Central | 5 | 450 | 1 | 0 |
| 22 | C. Garcés | Cienciano | 12 | 1002 | 0 | 5 |
| 23 | G. Barreto | Cienciano | 12 | 892 | 0 | 4 |
| 24 | G. Montes | Atletico Torque | 10 | 875 | 0 | 4 |
| 25 | L. Del Pino | Caracas FC | 8 | 720 | 0 | 4 |
| 26 | S. Arias | Cienciano | 7 | 441 | 0 | 4 |
| 27 | B. Bentaberry | Olimpia | 6 | 515 | 0 | 4 |
| 28 | P. Boolsen | Deportivo Cuenca | 6 | 540 | 0 | 4 |
| 29 | D. Martínez | Barracas Central | 5 | 368 | 0 | 4 |
| 30 | C. Núñez | Cienciano | 11 | 818 | 0 | 3 |
| 31 | D. Guzmán | Atletico Torque | 9 | 198 | 0 | 3 |
| 32 | Rony | Santos | 9 | 346 | 0 | 3 |
| 33 | Luan Peres | Santos | 9 | 690 | 0 | 3 |
| 34 | P. Siles | Atletico Torque | 9 | 734 | 0 | 3 |
| 35 | G. Escobar | Santos | 9 | 780 | 0 | 3 |
| 36 | I. Russo | Tigre | 9 | 804 | 0 | 3 |
| 37 | Gabriel Mec | Gremio | 8 | 450 | 0 | 3 |
| 38 | L. Ayala | Macara | 8 | 658 | 0 | 3 |
| 39 | Felipe Andrés Faúndez González | O'Higgins | 8 | 715 | 0 | 3 |
| 40 | Henry Mosquera | RB Bragantino | 7 | 331 | 0 | 3 |
Smart Tips for Betting on Copa Sudamericana
Successful predictions require specific knowledge beyond standard league betting. These tournament-specific factors consistently influence outcomes and create exploitable patterns.
- Respect altitude — Teams based above 2,500 meters win home legs at rates exceeding 65% historically. Visiting sea-level clubs struggle physically after 60 minutes. Factor this into match predictions heavily.
- Track domestic form separately — Some clubs prioritize continental competition over league campaigns. Others rotate squads heavily for Sudamericana fixtures. Recent domestic results don't always translate.
- Second legs favor aggression — Teams trailing on aggregate attack relentlessly. Over 2.5 goals and BTTS yes outperform first-leg rates by significant margins in return fixtures.
- Weather and travel matter — Southern Cone teams face brutal travel schedules reaching Colombia or Venezuela. Midweek matches following weekend league fixtures expose squad depth limitations.
- Watch for motivation gaps — Teams eliminated from title races often field experimental lineups. Clubs fighting relegation domestically may deprioritize continental commitments entirely.
Winner predictions become clearer as knockouts progress. Brazilian clubs have dominated recent editions through superior depth and resources. Argentine teams remain dangerous but inconsistent.
Bet Responsibly
Betting on Copa Sudamericana matches should remain enjoyable entertainment. Set clear limits before each matchday and stick to them regardless of results. Never chase losses across multiple fixtures or increase stakes during losing streaks.
Only wager money you can afford to lose completely. Take regular breaks from betting, especially during intensive tournament periods. If gambling stops feeling fun, pause immediately. Support resources exist through organizations like GamCare and Gambling Therapy for anyone needing help managing their betting habits.
Whether you're exploring betting tips for outright winners, both teams to score, or over under bets, the tournament's chaotic nature creates genuine edges for informed punters. Odds refresh as matches approach—bookmark this page for your pre-match homework. Always stake what you can afford to lose; the beautiful game stays enjoyable when betting remains a thrill, not a burden.
