Fluminense advances to Libertadores semifinals after defeating Platense

Fluminense has advanced to the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores after defeating Platense. Despite a 2-1 victory in the second leg at the Estadio Ciudad de Vicente López, Fluminense secured the series with a 3-2 aggregate score, following their 2-0 win in the first leg at the Maracanã.

In the decisive match, Platense initially led through goals by Guido Mainero and Bruno Sepúlveda, which leveled the aggregate score at 2-2. However, Agustín Canobbio scored for Fluminense in the second half to seal the victory and the qualification.

In other Libertadores action, Flamengo holds a 2-0 advantage over Independiente del Valle heading into their second-leg match at the Maracanã. Meanwhile, Palmeiras prepares to face LDU in Quito, needing only a draw to advance to the semifinals after winning the first leg 1-0. Palmeiras faces challenges with player availability, including potential absences of Piquerez and Maurício, though Jhon Arias is expected to play.

Flamengo maintains a perfect historical record at the Maracanã against Ecuadorian teams, having never lost to them at the stadium in official matches.