Quindio vs Llaneros - Copa Colombia

There is a notable edge to this Copa Colombia fixture. When Quindio meet Llaneros at the home ground on September 2, 2026, both will sense an opportunity to land a telling blow. That coronation came from City's £116m summer signing Elliot Anderson - and has been hotly debated in the build-up to the Manchester derby Super Sunday showdown at Old Trafford, which you can watch live on Sky Sports.

There is plenty riding on this Copa Colombia encounter for Quindio and Llaneros alike, and neither will want to leave the home ground empty-handed. The hosts will be looking to find their rhythm and put a run of results together. The visitors have been formidable away from home, WWWLW in their last five and a win rate of 75% that puts them in elite company. It remains to be seen if Leeds will target a No 10 or a winger capable of playing inside now that Brandt is off the table.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Quindio and Llaneros have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. Andoni Iraola could not have been clearer about how he plans to change Liverpool when speaking in his opening press conference.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman R. Contreras, whose 2 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. United are keen on signing the Newcastle United defender, but will move to sign the United States international if they're unable to sign the England full-back.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. Neither side holds a clear edge, and a 2-2 draw would be a fitting reflection of the balance between them. Whatever the outcome, the Copa Colombia fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Liverpool's midfield wasn't great last year but I expect Florian Wirtz to have a better season, 100 per cent.