Palmeiras has achieved an important recognition from Fifa, which confirmed the 1951 title as the first champion with worldwide reach. The official announcement of the recognition of the title, claimed by Palmeiras since 2006, will be one of the highlights of the club's anniversary banquet. The 1951 Copa Rio, won by Palmeiras, was organized by the CBD with eight national champion clubs. To become champion, Palmeiras defeated Juventus in both finals: 1-0 at Pacaembu and 2-0 at Maracan. Fifa equates the Palmeiras conquest to the Intercontinental Cup, played until 2000. The entity's website lists the Intercontinental Cup champions, a competition that began in 1960, between the continental champions of Europe and South America. The Palmeiras board will only comment on the matter close to the 100th anniversary date, on August 26. The confirmation of the 1951 title is an important milestone in the club's history, which celebrates its centenary this year. Palmeiras received a communication from Fifa recognizing the 1951 Copa Rio as the first title with worldwide reach among clubs. The Fifa Executive Committee agreed with the request made by the CBF to recognize the 1951 title disputed between clubs from Europe and America as the first competition with worldwide reach and which had Palmeiras Football Club as the winner.