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Atlético-MG focuses on Libertadores amid World Cup break

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:56 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Atlético-MG focuses on Libertadores amid World Cup break

Summary

Atlético-MG’s players are on vacation during the World Cup break, but the club's board has plans for the second half of the year. CEO Pedro Daniel emphasized that returning to the Conmebol Libertadores is the main goal for the season. Currently, Atlético-MG sits in ninth place in the Brasileirão with 24 points. To achieve their Libertadores objective, the club aims to perform well in the Brasileirão, Copa do Brasil, and Copa Sudamericana. Daniel stated the priority is to be a leading force and ensure competitiveness in the top tier.

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Key Details

•Atlético-MG players are currently on vacation.
•The club's main goal is to return to the Libertadores.
•They sit in ninth place in the Brasileirão with 24 points.
•Performance in multiple competitions is vital for Libertadores qualification.

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7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Official says Libertadores is Atlético-MG's focus this season

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Atlético-MG’s players are on vacation because of the World Cup break, but the club’s board has “big plans” for the second half of the year.According to Pedro Daniel, Galo’s CEO, returning t...
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