Estudiantes warns Universidad Católica: 'We will go all out to take the victory'

Universidad Católica and Estudiantes de La Plata are set to clash in a decisive Copa Libertadores Round of 16 match in Chile, following a 1-1 draw in their first leg in Argentina. The Chilean side, Universidad Católica, comes into the game with the advantage of having had a rest weekend, as their domestic league match was postponed. This allows them to approach the crucial continental tie with fresh legs.

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We will go with everything to take the win in the Cup. I always dreamed of winning a classic.

In contrast, the Argentine club, Estudiantes, arrives with a significant boost in confidence. They recently secured a resounding 4-0 victory over their fierce rivals, Gimnasia y Esgrima, in a highly anticipated local derby. This emphatic win has energized the squad and fueled their determination for the upcoming Libertadores fixture.

Players from Estudiantes have voiced their strong intentions for the match. Joaquín Tobio Burgos, who scored in the first leg against Universidad Católica and also found the net in the derby, expressed his dream of clinching a victory. "We will go with everything to take the win in the Cup. I always dreamed of winning a classic," he stated, highlighting the team's ambition. Striker Adolfo Gaich echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the team's preparation: "We are preparing with everything." Alexis Castro added to the anticipation, describing the derby win as "beautiful" and a moment that "marks the history of the club."

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The image that remains is the celebration with the people. We are very happy about that, winning like this in a classic is not easy. We were superior and struck at the right moments. On Tuesday we have another final and we are preparing with everything.

The pivotal encounter between Universidad Católica and Estudiantes is scheduled for Tuesday at 20:30 hours. The winner of this match will advance to the quarterfinals of the continental tournament, continuing their quest for the prestigious Copa Libertadores title.

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There are many words. I would say beautiful. It's not a small thing, I think these are matches that mark the history of the club. Happy to be part of that little piece of history.