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Flamengo vs Independiente Medellín (COL) was canceled by Conmebol

Flamengo is still waiting for Conmebol’s decision regarding the result of the match against Independiente Medellín (COL) in the Libertadores. While the walkover has not yet been confirmed, the South American body has defined a punishment for the Colombian team.

Conmebol ruled that Independiente Medellín must play without fans for 60 days, whether at home or away. It is worth noting that the measure is provisional, since the final ruling will be issued after May 19. The information was reported by ‘ESPN’ and confirmed by the Coluna do Fla newsroom.

What happened in the Flamengo vs Independiente Medellín match?

Medellín fans protested against the board during the clash with Flamengo last Thursday (07). On that occasion, right after kickoff, the Colombian supporters invaded the pitch, set off explosive devices, and set banners on fire in the stands.

As a result, the referee suspended the match, and shortly afterward Conmebol confirmed the cancellation of the game. Now, Flamengo is waiting to find out whether it will be awarded the win by walkover, a decision that rests with the South American body’s Disciplinary Committee.

Does Flamengo need the win in the Libertadores?

The win is extremely important for Flamengo. That’s because, with the three points, Leonardo Jardim’s team would qualify for the Libertadores round of 16 with two rounds to spare. In this way, the Rubro-Negro would only need to win one more game to secure first place in Group A.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo, meanwhile, is preparing for another commitment. This Thursday (14), Fla faces Vitória at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Barradão, in the second leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil. After a 2-1 win in the first leg, Mengão can even draw and still qualify for the round of 16.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Vitória through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, SporTV (pay TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Copa do Brasil match.

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