Fagner sees Flamengo and Cruzeiro level, eyes Libertadores clash | OneFootball

Fagner praised Cruzeiro’s performance in the first match against Flamengo

Flamengo and Cruzeiro meet again this Wednesday (19), at the Maracanã, in a clash worth a place in the Libertadores quarterfinals. Ahead of the decider, full-back Fagner looked ahead to the crucial duel and highlighted how evenly matched the teams are.

– I thought Cruzeiro played very well in the first game. It’s a huge match, between two teams with great players, and it will be decided by the details. We have to prepare well and stay focused to go there and play a great game. And, God willing, secure qualification-, Fagner told ‘Samuca TV’.

Is Fagner back for Cruzeiro against Flamengo?

After serving a suspension in the first match against Flamengo, Fagner is once again available to coach Artur Jorge for the game at the Maracanã. In fact, the full-back started in Cruzeiro’s 2-1 win over Corinthians last Sunday (16) in the Brazilian Championship.

How do Flamengo and Cruzeiro come into the match?

Cruzeiro head to the Maracanã to face Flamengo motivated by their win in the Brazilian Championship. After all, the Minas Gerais side beat Corinthians 2-1 away from home in the 23rd round.

On the other side, Flamengo will have the support of the red-and-black fans as they try to secure qualification for the Libertadores quarterfinals. The Rubro-Negro side come into the clash after a great performance in the Brasileirão, thrashing Mirassol 5-1.

What happened in the first Libertadores match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro?

Flamengo and Cruzeiro faced each other last Wednesday (12) at the Maracanã and drew 1-1. While Arroyo opened the scoring for the Minas Gerais team, Lucas Paquetá prevented a Rubro-Negro defeat.

In other words, Flamengo only need a win to qualify for the next stage of the Libertadores. On the other hand, if there is another draw at the Maracanã, the spot will be decided on penalties.

What are the match details for Flamengo vs. Cruzeiro?

The decisive match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro takes place this Wednesday (19), in the second leg of the Libertadores round of 16. Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details about Flamengo in the 2026 season. So, stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, Globo (free-to-air TV), GE TV (YouTube), and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the match against Cruzeiro.

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