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Fluminense leads Platense 2-0 amid injury concerns

Overview

Fluminense secured a 2-0 victory against Platense in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals at the Maracanã Stadium. This match marked Fluminense’s 100th appearance in the tournament and the first historical meeting between the two clubs.

In the match, Nonato scored in the 20th minute following a quick counter-attack initiated by Paulo Henrique Ganso and Hulk. Hulk later scored the second goal in the 30th minute after receiving a precise pass from Ganso. Despite a drop in intensity and control during the second half, Fluminense maintained a solid defensive position. Veteran defender Thiago Silva played through physical discomfort to lead the backline, while goalkeeper Fábio remained steady against Platense's attempts to equalize.

Following the victory, Fluminense faces a significant injury crisis ahead of the return leg in Argentina. Striker Germán Cano has been diagnosed with a grade 3 muscle injury in his right posterior thigh, which is expected to sideline him for approximately eight weeks. Defender Ignácio also suffered a grade 2 muscle injury in his left anterior thigh, expected to keep him out for about 15 days. Additionally, goalscorer Nonato will be unavailable for the second leg due to suspension after receiving his third yellow card.

Coach Marcão must now navigate these roster challenges as the team prepares to defend its lead at the Ciudad de Vicente López Stadium on Tuesday, September 15. Platense, making its competition debut under manager Martín Palermo, requires a victory by at least three goals to qualify directly, or a two-goal victory to force a penalty shootout.

Entities

Platense · Fluminense · Maracanã · Nonato · Kevin Serna

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Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Fluminense faces injury crisis after Libertadores victory over Platense

    Fluminense holds a 2-0 lead over Platense in the Libertadores quarter-finals but faces major setbacks with key players Germán Cano and Ignácio sidelined by muscle injuries.

  2. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 55 sources
    Fluminense defeats Platense 2-0 in Copa Libertadores quarter-final first leg

    Fluminense defeated Platense 2-0 at the Maracanã in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals, thanks to goals from Nonato and Hulk, taking a significant advantage into the second leg.

  3. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Fluminense registers South African forward Kgomotso Madiba for Libertadores

    Fluminense has registered 18-year-old South African forward Kgomotso Madiba for the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals against Platense.

  4. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Fluminense vs Platense ticket sales exceed 39,000 for Libertadores match

    Over 39,000 fans are confirmed for Fluminense's Copa Libertadores quarter-final against Platense at the Maracanã, with players calling for continued massive crowd support.

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