Brazil’s Gremio won the prestigious Copa Libertadores for the third time in its history after beating Argentina’s Lanus 2-1 in Buenos Aires.
Following a 1-0 home win in Porto Alegre last weekend , Gremio lifted the South American crown with goals by midfielders Fernandinho at 28 minutes and Luan at 45.
Lanus’ Jose Sand scored from the penalty spot in the 72nd minute.
The Brazilians also lifted the continental trophy in 1983 and 1995. Lanus, a club from Buenos Aires suburbs, was playing its first final in the tournament’s history.
under coach Renato Portaluppi the club has been fantastic
The team will participate in the FIFA Club World Cup in December in Abu Dhabi
