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What did ‘Cacique’ Medina say before the Flamengo vs Estudiantes (ARG) match?

Flamengo return to action this Wednesday (20) to face Estudiantes (ARG) in the fifth round of the Libertadores group stage. Before the match, the Argentine team’s coach, Alexander ‘Cacique’ Medina, promised he will push his squad to the limit in the game.

— In this match, we’ll have to play at the limit of our abilities to bring out our best version. We’re up against a great team, with great players and a lot of quality. We have to be very attentive, just as we were here (in Argentina) — said Medina in a press conference.

What is the situation in Libertadores Group A?

At the moment, Flamengo remain top of Libertadores Group A with seven points. Next come Estudiantes, with six points. Finally, Independiente Medellín (COL) and Cusco (PER) occupy the bottom two spots, with four and one point respectively.

It is worth noting, however, that Flamengo have played one fewer match than Estudiantes and Cusco. That is because the match against Independiente Medellín was canceled after protests by the Colombian club’s fans. As a result, the Rubro-Negro hope to be awarded a walkover win by Conmebol.

What was the first match between Flamengo and Estudiantes like?

The 1-1 draw between Flamengo and Estudiantes, in the third round of the Libertadores, was marked by refereeing controversy. That’s because Mengão was upset with referee Piero Maza over two incidents.

In the first half, Farías scissored Emerson Royal, but the referee only showed a yellow card. Then in the second half, Palacios, who had already been booked, stamped on Bruno Henrique and was not sent off by Piero Maza.

When do Flamengo and Estudiantes face each other?

The match between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Wednesday (20), in the fifth round of the Libertadores group stage. The ball starts rolling at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time at the Maracanã.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), GE TV (YouTube) and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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