Corinthians vs Deportivo Cali in the 2025 Women’s Libertadores Final: Expectations, Lineups, and Where to Watch!

Another year of Brazilian dominance or a historic new champion? Corinthians and Deportivo Cali will clash in the 2025 Women’s Libertadores Final this Saturday, October 18, at 4:30 p.m. The duel at Estadio Florencio Solá, in Banfield, promises to shake the surroundings of Argentina’s capital — and you can not only watch the showdown but also place your Sports Bets responsibly!

While many see the Brazilians as favorites to lift their sixth continental title, they’ll need to defeat the Colombians for the first time to make it happen. Otherwise, the Glory will return to Colombia after six years — since Atlético Huila was the last Colombian team to win the tournament before the Brazilian streak began.

To warm up, you can tune in to the third-place match at 11 a.m. in the same stadium. Ferroviária and Colo-Colo meet again after nine years, in what could easily have been a final — as it was back in 2015.

Want to know what to expect from the continental final of one of the fastest-growing sports in popularity and quality? We’ve prepared a complete guide with everything about the 2025 Copa Libertadores Femenina Grand Final. And remember: the odds presented here are not promises or guarantees of results — they’re simply a thermometer of favoritism and may vary over time.

Corinthians at the 2025 Women’s Libertadores 

The most successful club in Women’s Libertadores history with five titles, Corinthians enter the field aiming for their sixth crown. The Brabas have won every final they’ve ever played and boast one of the most experienced squads in the competition.

After drawing with Independiente Del Valle in their opener, the Brazilian giants showcased their dominance both domestically and continentally. Crushing wins over Always Ready and Boca Juniors displayed their attacking depth, while a penalty shootout victory against Ferroviária highlighted their resilience.

Veteran stars like Gabi Zanotti and Tamires join forces with young talents such as Jhonson and Mariza to maintain the team’s high level. Despite some fan criticism, coach Lucas Piccinato has the tools to add another trophy to the collection at Parque São Jorge.

Corinthians’ Campaign

• Corinthians 1 x 1 Independiente Del Valle
• Corinthians 11 x 0 Always Ready
• Santa Fe 0 x 1 Corinthians
• Corinthians 4 x 0 Boca Juniors
• Corinthians 1 (6) x 1 (5) Ferroviária

Corinthians’ Key Players

With just two goals conceded in the tournament, the solid Corinthians defense — led by center-back Mariza (who scored in the semifinal against Ferroviária) and goalkeeper Nicole — was crucial in reaching the final. Nicole’s penalty save against Fátima Dutra sealed the team’s spot in the decider.

Midfielder Andressa Alves leads the competition in assists with four, while Duda Sampaio has been vital in both defensive coverage and playmaking duties.

Offensively, Corinthians boast the tournament’s best attack with 18 goals scored. Veteran forward Gabi Zanotti is the top scorer with six goals, and young striker Jhonson — the team’s 12th player — has come off the bench in four matches to score twice.

Corinthians’ Injuries and Absences

Coach Lucas Piccinato will have his full squad available for Saturday’s final, with no confirmed absences.

Corinthians’ Expected Lineup

Nicole; Thaís Ferreira, Éika, Mariza, and Tamires; Dayana Rodrigues, Duda Sampaio, Andressa Alves, and Gabi Zanotti; Vic Albuquerque and Gisela Robledo.

Deportivo Cali at the 2025 Women’s Libertadores

In their first-ever Women’s Libertadores Final, Deportivo Cali aim to improve Colombia’s record in the competition — Atlético Huila remains the only Colombian club to win the title, having beaten Santos on penalties in 2018.

The Verdiblancas’ biggest strength lies in their rock-solid defense, which has conceded only one goal — in their opening match against Libertad. Since then, they’ve eliminated strong sides such as São Paulo and Colo-Colo, both considered favorites by many.

Key defenders Luisa Agudelo, Angie Salazar, and Kelly Ibargüen have been instrumental in maintaining the team’s defensive consistency. Despite spreading the goals across several players, coach Jhon Ortiz’s squad enters the final with the confidence and motivation to challenge Corinthians.

Deportivo Cali’s Campaign

• Deportivo Cali 1 x 1 Libertad
• Deportivo Cali 1 x 0 Nacional (Uruguay)
• Universidad de Chile 0 x 2 Deportivo Cali
• Deportivo Cali 2 x 0 São Paulo
• Colo-Colo 0 (4) x 0 (5) Deportivo Cali

Deportivo Cali’s Key Players

Deportivo Cali haven’t conceded in their last four matches and boast the best defense in the tournament, allowing just one goal — in the 1-1 opener against Libertad. Much of this is thanks to goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo, who has made 14 saves and ranks second in total saves across the competition.

Versatile players Kelly Ibargüen and Angie Salazar have also stood out, alternating between defense and midfield. Each has scored once, with Salazar adding an assist — making her the team’s top contributor in goal involvements.

Ana Fisgativa has been the team’s most-used substitute, appearing in four matches to reinforce the defense. For the attack, Melanin Aponzá and María Marquínez are the main offensive hopes, each scoring in key 2-0 wins over Universidad de Chile and São Paulo, respectively.

Deportivo Cali’s Injuries and Absences

Coach Jhon Ortiz also has a fully available squad for the final and is expected to field his best possible lineup.

Deportivo Cali’s Expected  Lineup

Agudelo; Berneo, Perlaza, Caicedo, and Salazar; Medina, Cobos, Vásquez, and García; Aponzá and Ibargüen.

Corinthians and Deportivo Cali’s Head-To-Head-Record  in Women’s Football

This Saturday’s final will mark the second-ever meeting between Corinthians and Deportivo Cali in women’s football. In the 2022 Libertadores, the Brabas entered as the defending champions and faced the Verdiblancas in their opening match.

Despite taking the lead with a goal from attacking midfielder Vic Albuquerque in the 24th minute, the Brazilians suffered a comeback before halftime — with forwards Ingrid Guerra and Tatiana Ariza scoring to seal a 2–1 victory for the Colombians. Both teams advanced to the knockout stage but were eliminated by Boca Juniors: Corinthians fell 2–1 in the Quarterfinals, while Deportivo Cali lost on penalties in the Semifinals.

For Corinthians, seven players from that squad remain: goalkeeper Lelê, defenders Érika and Juliete, left-back Tamires, and forwards Vic Albuquerque, Gabi Zanotti, and Jaqueline. Deportivo Cali, on the other hand, still has five players from that group: defenders Kelly Caicedo, Kelly Ibargüen, and Angie Salazar, midfielder Paula Medina, and forward Ingrid Guerra.

Predictions for the Women’s Libertadores Final

According to betting projections, Corinthians will enter the pitch as the clear favorite for the title: their odds of winning are 1.29, while a draw is priced at 4.3. A Deportivo Cali victory in regular time stands at 11.0, showing the challenge ahead for the Colombian side.

Where to Watch the Women’s Libertadores Final

• Free TV: Globo
• Pay TV: SporTV and XSports
• Streaming: Globoplay and Pluto TV
• YouTube: CazéTV, Canal GOAT, and Meu Timão

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And What About the Third-Place Playoff?

Five hours before the grand final, Ferroviária and Colo-Colo will face off for the last spot on the podium in a clash between two undefeated teams — both were eliminated on penalties. The match kicks off at 11:00 at the Florencio Solá Stadium in Banfield and will also go to a penalty shootout if it ends in a draw.

Ferroviária and Colo-Colo’s Key Players

Two-time Libertadores champions, the Guerreiras Grenás boast a more efficient attack: seven goals in five matches, with center-back Andressa Pereira standing out after scoring in the last two games. Las Albas, meanwhile, have the tournament’s second-highest scorer — striker Mary Valencia — who netted all five of the team’s goals and will seek redemption after missing her penalty against Deportivo Cali.

Defensively, the 2012 champions shine: goalkeeper Ryan Torrero has yet to concede a goal, supported by the strong backline of Camila Martins and Rosario Balmaceda. Ferroviária, on the other hand, has conceded only two goals and relies on the experience of goalkeeper Luciana and full-backs Katiuscia and Fátima Dutra to neutralize their opponents’ attacks.

Ferroviária’s Expected Lineup

Coach Léo Mendes has no absences for the match. Since Ferroviária’s next fixture — against Realidade Jovem in the São Paulo State Championship — is 11 days away, he’s likely to field his best lineup:

Luciana; Katiuscia, Camila Silva, Andressa Pereira, and Fátima Dutra; Nicoly, Raquel, Duda Santos, and Sissi; Mylena Carioca and Natália Vendito.

Colo-Colo’s Expected Lineup

Praised for her outstanding work, Brazilian coach Tatiele Silveira will have the entire squad available for the final match of the season. If she opts to maintain her unbeaten streak of 31 games, her likely lineup is:

Torrero; Balmaceda, Bogarín, Martins, and Jiménez; López, Grez, Acevedo, and Aedo; Acuña and Valencia.

Ferroviária and Colo-Colo Head-To-Head Record in Women’s Football

This will be the third meeting between the two sides, who once faced each other in the Women’s Libertadores Final. In 2015, Léo Mendes’ Ferroviária defeated Colo-Colo 3–1 to claim their first title. The following season, they met again in the Group Stage and drew 1–1.

This will be their first encounter in nine years, with the historical advantage favoring the Brazilians. Only four players from the previous meeting remain active: Luciana, Luana Sartório, Nicoly, and Raquel Fernandes — all from Ferroviária. Meanwhile, Las Albas have completely rebuilt their squad to form the competitive team of the current season.

Predictions

Expect a balanced match where it’s hard to pick a winner. Ferroviária hold a slight edge with odds of 2.46 to win, while Colo-Colo’s odds are 2.8. The draw stands at 2.98, which would send the game to penalties.

Where to Watch the Women’s Libertadores Third-Place Playoff

• Free TV: Globo
• Pay TV: SporTV and XSports
• Streaming: Globoplay and Pluto TV
• YouTube: CazéTV and Canal GOAT

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It’s been a thrilling ride, hasn’t it? The 2025 Women’s Copa Libertadores is a short but intense tournament featuring the continent’s best clubs competing for a title in a rapidly growing sport — and betting is available thanks to Ordinance MESP 125/2024, which authorizes wagering on CONMEBOL competitions.

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