Copa Libertadores 2008: Tournament Overview and Results
Introduction
The 2008 Copa Libertadores de América was the 49th edition of the prestigious continental club competition organized by CONMEBOL, the governing body for South American football.
Summary
The tournament featured 38 teams from 10 South American countries competing for the coveted trophy. The group stage saw some exciting matchups and close battles, with several teams vying for qualification to the knockout rounds.
After intense competition, Ecuadorian club LDU Quito emerged victorious, defeating Brazilian powerhouse Fluminense in a thrilling final. This marked LDU Quito's first Copa Libertadores title, making them the first Ecuadorian team to lift the trophy.
Results
The complete results of the 2008 Copa Libertadores are as follows:
- Winner: LDU Quito (Ecuador)
- Runner-up: Fluminense (Brazil)
- Semi-finalists: Boca Juniors (Argentina), Club América (Mexico)
- Top Scorer: Hernán Barcos (LDU Quito)
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