For the first time in its history, Racing Club became the champion of the Recopa Sudamericana, defeating Botafogo, the reigning Copa Libertadores champion, in a two-legged series. Racing not only managed to maintain their first-leg advantage but also confirmed it in the return leg, winning 0-2 in Rio de Janeiro and thus claiming their first title in this international tournament.

Celebration in Argentina and Brazil: The Pride of Racing Club

The victory of Racing Club in the Recopa Sudamericana sparked a celebration in both Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, with thousands of fans traveling from Argentina to support their team in the historic final. This success not only reflects the quality of Argentine football but also the strength of the club in South America, consolidating Argentine football against the economic power of Brazil in the sports world.

This achievement by Racing Club has a significant impact not only in sports but also in economics. After winning the Copa Sudamericana against Cruzeiro, the club had already earned an important economic influx of six million dollars, and now, with the victory in the Recopa Sudamericana, they add another significant income.

A Big Economic Inflow for Racing Club After the Recopa Sudamericana

In addition to the sporting glory, Racing Club has received a substantial financial reward for its participation in the Recopa Sudamericana. According to various sources, CONMEBOL would have given an amount close to one million dollars to each team just for reaching the final of the tournament. However, Racing Club’s victory in the series against Botafogo doubled that amount, receiving approximately two million dollars as Recopa Sudamericana champions.

This money will be crucial for Racing Club to continue strengthening its squad, which is expected to keep fighting for more titles this season. However, it is likely that a large portion of this income will be allocated to bonuses for the players who played a key role in winning the Recopa Sudamericana and made history for the club.