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Flamengo Opens Intercontinental Cup vs. Cruz Azul in Doha Today

The revamped format forces Libertadores winners to clear two single-elimination rounds for a shot at PSG in the Dec. 17 final.

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Overview

  • Kickoff is 14:00 Brasília time at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, with coverage in Brazil on Globo, Sportv, GE TV, Cazé TV and FIFA+.
  • Flamengo traveled early and completed multiple training sessions in Qatar after a 75-game year, while forward Pedro remains out for the opener as the coach voices optimism about his recovery.
  • Cruz Azul arrived in Doha less than 48 hours before the match under pressure from a recent league semifinal exit and will be without starting center-back Jesús ‘Chiquete’ Orozco due to an ankle fracture.
  • The winner advances to face Egypt’s Pyramids on Dec. 13 for a place in the Dec. 17 final against Paris Saint‑Germain.
  • Today’s fixture is branded the Derby of the Americas, with a match trophy awarded in addition to progression in the tournament.