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Flamengo Defends 2–1 Lead at Estudiantes for Libertadores Semifinal Berth

Pre-match security incidents in La Plata included a stoned Flamengo bus with no injuries reported.

Overview

  • The quarterfinal second leg kicks off in La Plata at 21:30 BRT, with Flamengo advancing with a draw and Estudiantes needing a two-goal win, while a one-goal home victory would take the tie to penalties.
  • Filipe Luís starts a near full-strength Flamengo, as Jorginho and Alex Sandro return from injury to the XI alongside Arrascaeta, Samuel Lino, Gonzalo Plata and Pedro.
  • CONMEBOL annulled Gonzalo Plata’s first-leg red card after acknowledging an officiating error, clearing the forward to play in La Plata.
  • Flamengo said its second delegation bus was hit by stones on arrival at Jorge Luis Hirschi stadium, causing window damage but no injuries, following an overnight fireworks disturbance near the team hotel posted by director José Boto.
  • Terra reported a supporter making a racist gesture toward Flamengo’s players during the arrival, as the winner of the tie will face Racing in the semifinals.