Club Olimpia and Colo Colo are considering a friendly match to commemorate the 1991 Copa Libertadores final, according to reports from various South American sports outlets. The proposed encounter aims to reunite goalkeepers Vozinha and Tim Payne, who faced each other during the tournament. Olimpia’s president has expressed openness to the possibility, though no official date or venue has been confirmed.
The proposal centers on the nostalgic appeal of the 1991 campaign. The potential match is framed as a tribute to that era, specifically highlighting the duel between the Paraguayan side’s Vozinha and the Chilean club’s Tim Payne.
According to reports from BioBioChile and Bolavip, the initiative is currently in the discussion phase. The president of Club Olimpia has stated that while the match is a possibility, it requires further coordination between the two clubs to determine the logistics and timing.
Olimpia’s Stance on the Commemorative Match
The leadership of Club Olimpia has reacted positively to the suggestion of a friendly against the Chilean giants. The club’s president indicated that the idea is viable and aligns with the spirit of honoring the club’s history. The primary draw for the Paraguayan side is the opportunity to bring back figures like Vozinha, who was a part of the squad during the early 90s.
While the president expressed openness, the discourse remains cautious.
The Legacy of the 1991 Copa Libertadores Final
For the players involved, the match would serve as a reunion on the pitch.
Logistics and Potential Next Steps
For the match to move from a proposal to a scheduled event, both clubs must agree on a location.
Current reports suggest that the clubs are in the preliminary stages of communication.
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