1997 Copa Libertadores
The 1997 edition of Copa Libertadores was won by Cruzeiro of Brazil, after defeating Sporting Cristal of Peru in the final. The Brazilian team also won the tournament in 1976. Cruzeiro's 1997 championship is the only time any club has won the Libertadores after losing the first 3 matches in the competition.Teams
Group stage
bye to the second round as holders.Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
Group 4
Group 5
Bracket
Round of 16
Quarter-Finals
Semi-Finals
Finals
Champion
Top goalscorers
11 goals
9 goals
8 goals
