See what Fluminense need to secure a Copa Libertadores spot | OneFootball

In pursuit of a spot in the 2026 Libertadores, Fluminense hosts São Paulo this Thursday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 36th round of the Brasileirão. The match pits two direct competitors against each other in the standings.

To mathematically secure their presence in the continental tournament, Zubeldía's team needs just one point. Thus, a draw against São Paulo already seals the qualification. In this scenario, Flu would reach 56 points, while São Paulo, currently in eighth place, would go to 49. Therefore, even by winning their final two games, Hernán Crespo's team could reach a maximum of 55 points, with no chance of surpassing Fluminense.

With 56 points, only Atlético-MG could still match the Rio team's score, as they have 12 points in play. However, the Minas Gerais team would not surpass Flu in the number of victories.

Favorable Record Against São Paulo

The record playing at home also favors the Rio team. Fluminense is the sixth-best home team in the Brasileirão, with 13 wins, one draw, and only three losses in 17 games. Additionally, they have seven consecutive victories at Maracanã and haven't lost in the championship for four rounds.

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