Grêmio faces risk of losing 2027 Libertadores spot

Grêmio has secured a potential spot in the 2027 Copa Libertadores by advancing to the Copa do Brasil final. However, the club's participation is not guaranteed due to Conmebol regulations.

According to the Conmebol Club Manual, participating teams must compete in the top division of their respective national leagues during the year of the tournament. Currently, Grêmio is in the relegation zone of the Campeonato Brasileiro, sitting in 18th place with 37 points. If the club is relegated to Serie B, they will lose their right to compete in the continental tournament.

Under the current Copa do Brasil rules, the champion earns a direct spot in the group stage, while the runner-up enters the preliminary phase. Grêmio has already secured at least the runner-up position. Their final standing in the Libertadores could also depend on the semifinal result between Palmeiras and Vasco: if Palmeiras advances, Grêmio may receive a direct group stage spot because Palmeiras has already qualified via the Brazilian league.