The South American Final is played between Cruzeiro and Racing.
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The 2024 Copa Sudamericana final, played this Saturday, the 23rd, in a single game, adopts a specific format to determine the champion in the event of a draw in regulation time. But is there regulation or not? See what the rules are for the game between and Racing.
Is there an extension?
According to the South American competition regulations, if the teams finish the initial 90 minutes with an equal score, the decision goes to a 30-minute extra time, divided into two halves of 15 minutes each. If equality persists after extra time, the title will be decided through a penalty shootout.
This format aims to provide a fair and exciting setting for the competition, ensuring that the champion is defeated on the field, even if the tie remains after regulation time. Extra time gives teams an additional opportunity to seek victory before resorting to maximum predictions.
The 2024 Copa Sudamericana final takes place this November 23, at the General Pablo Rojas Stadium, known as “La Nueva Olla”, in Asunción, Paraguay. The stadium, with capacity for approximately 45 thousand spectators, will be the stage where the finalist teams will compete for the title.
This decision format, with the possibility of extra time and penalties, is common in international competitions, ensuring that the champion is defined in a clear and exciting way, providing an additional spectacle for the fans present and those following the match.
