4 World Cups, four Libertadores and more: meet Flamengo rivals Estudiantes | OneFootball

Flamengo eliminated Estudiantes (ARG) in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Libertadores

Flamengo and Estudiantes (ARG) will face each other again in the 2026 Libertadores, this time in the group stage. Even so, Coluna do Fla brings details about the Argentine team that, like the Rubro-Negro, has also won the ‘Eternal Glory’ four times.

When was the last time Estudiantes won the Libertadores?

Estudiantes won most of its Libertadores titles in the 1960s and 1970s. The last time it lifted the continental trophy was in 2009. Even so, it is one of the continent’s most traditional clubs and will play in the 19th edition of the tournament.

Did Flamengo and Estudiantes face each other in the 2025 Libertadores?

In the 2025 season, it is worth remembering, Flamengo faced Estudiantes in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. In the first match, the Most Beloved won 2-1. However, in the return leg, it lost by the same score. As a result, the Rubro-Negro advanced on penalties after a great performance by Rossi.

What is Estudiantes’ stadium?

Estudiantes plays its home matches at Jorge Luis Hirsch Stadium, reopened in 2019 and with a capacity of 32,000 people. Currently, the venue is considered one of the most modern in Argentina, with an intimidating stand for the visiting team.

Who is Estudiantes’ coach and star player?

Estudiantes recently lost its coach during the season. That is because Atlético-MG hired Eduardo Domínguez after Jorge Sampaoli’s departure. As a result, the Argentine team signed 47-year-old Uruguayan Alexander “Cacique” Medina, who had been with Talleres (ARG).

Previously, the Uruguayan coach managed Granada (ESP), Vélez Sarsfield (ARG), Internacional, and Nacional (URU). In other words, Alexander Medina has vast experience with South American teams.

At the moment, Estudiantes’ main standout is Uruguayan forward Tiago Palacios, alongside experienced goalkeeper Muslera. Previously, the key players were defensive midfielder Medina and midfielder Ascacibar, but they were signed by Botafogo and Boca Juniors (ARG), respectively.

Is Estudiantes in great form?

No! Medina’s start has not been encouraging for Argentine fans. In four matches played, the Argentine side has recorded two wins and two losses. Even so, the team is second in Group A of the Apertura, behind only Vélez Sarsfield.

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