Palmeiras beat Cristal 2-1 in Brazil earlier in the group stage, but Cristal lead Group F with six points after wins over Cerro Porteno and Junior FC.
Palmeiras are a point back in second, with a -1 goal differential. A win in Lima puts the Brazilians top. A Cristal win opens the group wide open.
Cristal are mid-table in Liga 1 Peru but somehow thrive in continental competition, and Lima will show up in full force.
Here's what to know as Cristal host Palmeiras in Lima.
Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras Match Info
- Matchup: Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras (Copa Libertadores, Group F, Matchday 4)
- Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
- Kickoff: 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT
- Venue: Estadio Alejandro Villanueva
How to watch in the USA
- TV Channel: beIN Sports
- Streaming: Fanatiz, beIN Sports Connect, Fubo
How to watch Globally
- South America: ESPN, Disney+
- Brazil: Paramount+
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