After a goalless 90 minutes in which both teams struggled to find the breakthrough, Corinthians held their nerve in the shootout, prevailing 5–3 on penalties. Cali’s Kelly Ibargüen was the only player to miss, while Ingrid Aparecida Jhonson Borges converted the decisive kick, sending goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo the wrong way to seal victory for the Brazilian giants.
The triumph secured Corinthians their third consecutive Libertadores crown, adding to their titles from 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2024, and cemented their dominance in the women’s game across the continent. Remarkably, the club has not conceded a single goal in regulation time across its last five finals, a testament to its defensive discipline and tactical organization.
Brazil’s Continued Supremacy
The victory also highlighted Brazil’s unrelenting grip on South American women’s football. Brazilian clubs have now featured in 16 of the tournament’s 17 finals, producing the champion 14 times since the competition’s inception in 2009.
“We gave it our all. The penalties were a lucky draw, and I’m very proud of my team,” said Cali’s Stefanía Perlaza, reflecting the Colombian side’s disappointment after a brave performance that took the match the distance.
More Than a Trophy
Beyond continental glory, the win brings Corinthians a $2 million prize and the opportunity to represent South America in the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup to be held in London early next year, featuring elite clubs from around the world.
Meanwhile, in the third-place match, fellow Brazilian side Ferroviária edged Chile’s Colo Colo 1–0, thanks to an early strike from Katiuscia Fernandes Soares, completing a strong showing for Brazilian teams in this year’s competition.
For Corinthians, the night marked more than just another title—it reaffirmed their dynasty in women’s football and their growing influence on the global stage.