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Atlético Mineiro Atletico Mineiro and Velez Sarsfield can take huge steps towards the Copa Libertadores knockout stages on matchday three.

After a breakthrough year that included Olympic gold and the Copa do Brasil title in 2016, Walace has completed a move to Hamburg.

Cruzeiro Brazilian Serie A leaders Cruzeiro returned to winning ways on Wednesday, while Sao Paulo's unbeaten streak came to an end.

A late penalty helped Botafogo claim a point against Barcelona in the Copa Libertadores.

Cruzeiro Cruzeiro edged closer to retaining their Brazilian Serie A title courtesy of a hard-fought 1-0 victory at slumping Santos.

Brazilian side Gremio have no intention of selling star midfielder Luan following the departure of winger Pedro Rocha.

Gremio travelled to Argentina and drew first blood in the opening leg of their quarter-final tie thanks to Alisson and Everton.

Grêmio Gremio booked their place in the Copa Libertadores last 16 on Wednesday as Union Espanola and Flamengo also claimed important wins.

Cruzeiro Cruzeiro staged a second-half comeback as they overcame high-flying Gremio 2-1 on Thursday.

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