# 2026 CONMEBOL Libertadores updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-conmebol-libertadores-updates > Updated: 2026-08-11T13:40:37.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. CONMEBOL is introducing several new elements for the 2026 edition of the Copa Libertadores. The organization will implement a redesigned, personalized champions badge for clubs that have previously won the tournament. Starting from the round of 16, these shield-shaped patches will replace the generic gold badge and will feature a club’s official colors, the trophy icon, total titles, and specific winning years. In conjunction with these changes, Panini has launched an official sticker collection for the 2026 tournament. The collection includes an album featuring the 32 participating teams and 439 stickers, including holographic and transparent versions. The release also features 80 player stickers with statistical data and various card types such as ‘Legends’ and ‘Super Star’. Raul Vallecillo, CEO of Panini Brasil, noted that the collection is intended to represent the ‘identity, grit, and rivalries inherent in South American football’. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Panini launches official 2026 Libertadores sticker collection Panini has launched the official sticker album for the 2026 CONMEBOL Libertadores, featuring 439 stickers, player statistics, and historical sections dedicated to the South American tournament. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/panini-launches-official-2026-libertadores-sticker-collection ### 2026-07-26: CONMEBOL redesigns Libertadores champions badge with club-specific patches CONMEBOL revamps the Libertadores champions badge, adding club‑specific colours, title counts and winning years, debuting in the 2026 knockout stage for clubs like Boca Juniors and Flamengo. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/conmebol-redesigns-libertadores-champions-badge-with-club-specific-patches --- Cite as: 2026 CONMEBOL Libertadores updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2026-conmebol-libertadores-updates