1997 Copa Libertadores


The 1997 edition of Copa Libertadores was won by Cruzeiro of Brazil, after defeating Sporting Cristal of Peru in the final. This was Cruzeiro's second title, their first being the 1976 edition. Cruzeiro's 1997 championship is the only time any club has won the Libertadores after losing the first 3 matches in the competition.

Group stage

River Plate bye to the second round as holders.

Group 1


Group 2


Group 3


Group 4


Group 5


Semi-finals

Top goalscorers

11 goals
9 goals
8 goals

Broadcasting rights

Americas