Palmeiras: Everything you need to know about the Copa Libertadores winners Palmeiras won the 2020 Copa Libertadores | MAURO PIMENTEL/Getty Images It's taken a little longer than expected, but we've finally reached the end of the 2020 Copa Libertadores...in 2021. In the battle of the Brazilians, it was Palmeiras who came out on top against Santos, earning themselves a place in the history books. Let's take a closer look at the victors. Star players Luiz Adriano leads the line | Pool/Getty Images In a squad full of so much exciting young talent, there are a handful of old heads who bring the much-needed experience.