Blooming seeks to extend perfect record against Venezuelan rivals in Copa Sudamericana

For the first time in over four decades, Blooming, affectionately known as 'La Academia Cruceña,' is set to face a Venezuelan opponent in the Copa Sudamericana. This Thursday's match against Carabobo carries significant weight, not just for the current competition, but for the club's storied history. Blooming boasts a perfect record against Venezuelan teams, having won all four previous encounters. This impressive statistic fuels the anticipation and hope among fans for another victory.

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La academia solo se midió en cuatro ocasiones ante clubes de Venezuela y mantiene un registro perfecto: ganó todos sus partidos, una estadística que intentará sostener en territorio llanero.

The most memorable of these past clashes dates back to the 1985 Copa Libertadores, where Blooming delivered a historic performance. They thrashed Deportivo Miranda 3-0 away and an astounding 8-0 at home. In the return leg, legendary striker Juan Carlos Sánchez etched his name in club lore by scoring six goals. Later that same year, Blooming also defeated Deportivo Táchira twice, securing four wins out of four matches against Venezuelan opposition.

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El antecedente más recordado se remonta a la Copa Libertadores de 1985, cuando Blooming protagonizó una campaña histórica en la fase de grupos, en la que mostró todo su poder ofensivo.

Now, more than 40 years later, Blooming stands on the cusp of adding another chapter to this legacy. The challenge is to translate this historical advantage into a present-day triumph. In a tough group where every point is crucial, securing a positive result against Carabobo is paramount for their aspirations in the Copa Sudamericana. The club and its supporters are eager to see if 'La Academia' can once again demonstrate its prowess on the international stage and continue its undefeated run against Venezuelan rivals.

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En ese torneo enfrentó a Deportivo Miranda, al que goleó 3-0 en Venezuela y 8-0 en Santa Cruz, en una serie ampliamente favorable para el conjunto boliviano.