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How was the Flamengo vs Estudiantes de Mérida (VEN) match in the U-20 Libertadores?

Flamengo made their debut with a rout in the U-20 Libertadores. This Saturday (07), the young talents from Ninho defeated Estudiantes de Mérida (VEN) 4-1 in Ecuador. The Mengão victory featured a stunning goal by the ‘gem’ Ryan Roberto.

HOW WAS THE FIRST HALF OF THE FLAMENGO VS ESTUDIANTES DE MÉRIDA GAME IN THE U-20 LIBERTADORES?

The match between Flamengo and Estudiantes de Mérida started with both sides studying each other, but the game’s direction became clear in the opening minutes. At 17’, Da Matta took advantage of a corner kick and opened the scoring. However, at 20’, the Venezuelan team equalized.

As the first half progressed, both Flamengo and Estudiantes de Mérida struggled to maintain their competitiveness due to the altitude. Nevertheless, in the last play of the first half, Ryan Roberto struck a ‘rocket’ into the top corner, putting the Rubro-Negro ahead on the scoreboard.

AND HOW WAS THE SECOND HALF BETWEEN FLAMENGO AND ESTUDIANTES DE MÉRIDA?

Right at the start of the second half, Flamengo looked to extend their lead. At 14 minutes, Alan Santos took advantage of a mistake by the Estudiantes de Mérida defense and finished alone into the net.

After that, Flamengo continued their offensive actions and, as a result, ‘piled up’ missed chances. Over time, some players suffered greatly from the effects of the altitude and had to leave the field. Finally, in the last play, Pablo Lúcio capitalized on a pass from Guilherme and sealed the score at 4-1 for Mengão.

HOW DOES GROUP A’S STANDINGS LOOK IN THE U-20 LIBERTADORES?

At the end of the first round, Flamengo finished at the top of Group A, tied with Independiente de Medellín (COL), who defeated Bolívar 1-0. However, Rubro-Negro has the advantage in the number of goals scored.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S NEXT GAME IN THE U-20 LIBERTADORES?

After the match against Estudiantes de Mérida, Flamengo returns to the field next Tuesday (10) to face Bolívar (BOL). The match will take place at 7:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Casa Blanca, in Ecuador. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will provide details of the match on its website and social media. Finally, Flamengo TV (YouTube) will broadcast the match.

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