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Puerto Cabello and Defensor Sporting lock horns in a crucial first leg of the Copa Libertadores clash.
Puerto Cabello played their maiden game of the Venezuelan Premier League as they conceded a late goal to draw with Carabobo. Despite scoring two goals on either side of the half, the sides shared the spoils and they'll be looking to turn their fortunes around in the Copa Libertadores.
Defensor Sporting, on the other hand, lost in the Supercopa Uruguaya final as Liverpool beat them 1-0. Thiago Vecino scored the crucial goal but Defensor have shown their class and could be a tough opponent to beat.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Puerto Cabello vs Defensor Sporting kick-off time
| Date: | February 6, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 7:30 pm ET / 4:30 pm PT |
| Venue: | Estadio Misael Delgado |
Puerto Cabello will face Defensor Sporting at the Estadio Misael Delgado with kick-off scheduled at 7:30 pm ET / 4:30 pm PT in the US.
How to watch Puerto Cabello vs Defensor Sporting online - TV channels & live streams
 | beIN SPORTS | Watch here |
The clash between Puerto Cabello and Defensor Sporting will be available to watch on beIN SPORTS in the US.
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Team news & squads
Puerto Cabello team news
Puerto Cabello's goalkeeper Luis Romero was handed a disastrous red card in his side's stalemate against Portuguesa FC which could open the door for Diego Gil to start between the sticks for the home side.
Puerto Cabello predicted XI: Gil; Silva, Rivero, Peraza, De La Hoz; Cedeno, Zuma; Figueroa, Lugo, Perez; Okitokandijo
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Romero, Gil |
| Defenders: | De La Hoz, Peraza, Rivero, Silva, Conde, Gomez, Osio |
| Midfielders: | Zuma, Cedeno, Bahachille, Montana, Guerrero |
| Forwards: | Figueroa, Lugo, Perez, Montero, Fermin, Okitokandijo |
Defensor Sporting team news
The visitors remain without any massive injury concerns and could field a strong eleven against their rivals in the first leg.
Octavio Rivero will play an influential role in his side's success as he looks to convert the chances that would fall his way.
Defensor Sporting predicted XI: Dawson; Barca, Viacava, de Los Santos; Agazzi, Rodriguez, Bernal, Alvarez; Valiente, Elizari, Rivero
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Dawson, Simone |
| Defenders: | Barco, Viacava, de Los Santos, Giampaoli, Cabrera, Barrios |
| Midfielders: | Agazzi, Rodriguez, Bernal, Alvarez, Wunsch, Soria |
| Forwards: | Valiente, Elizari, Rivero, Mansilla, Viudez, Cambon |
Recent results
The two sides are facing each other for the first time in all competitions