Flamengo among Libertadores finalists with fewest goals conceded | OneFootball

Flamengo reaches the 2025 Libertadores final with one of the most consistent defenses in the history of the competition. So far, the Rubro-Negro team has conceded only five goals. Because of this, they are among the finalists with the fewest goals conceded since the tournament was created.

Furthermore, defensive solidity has been crucial for the team’s campaign as they seek their fourth continental title. Alongside Corinthians (2012), Estudiantes (2009), and Atlético Nacional (2016), Flamengo is among the five best defenses of all Libertadores finalists. Boca Juniors, runners-up to Fluminense in 2023, are also part of this group.

It’s worth noting that the historical record still belongs to Corinthians in 2012, who conceded only three goals throughout their title run. At that time, Corinthians defeated Neymar’s Santos in the semifinals and Boca Juniors in the final.

In recent years, Brazilian campaigns have stood out not only for their offensive strength but also for their defensive balance. Palmeiras (2020 and 2021), Flamengo (2019 and 2022), and now once again the Rubro-Negro, have consolidated national dominance in the competition. Five of the last six Libertadores finals have involved Brazilian clubs.

The 2025 final between Flamengo and Palmeiras will be played on November 29 at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru. In addition, the match will be a rematch of the 2021 final, when Verdão came out on top with a 2-1 victory in Montevideo.

Check out the ranking of the least-conceding defenses among Libertadores finalists

Corinthians (2012): 3 goals conceded Estudiantes (2009): 5 goals conceded Atlético Nacional (2016): 5 goals conceded Boca Juniors (2023): 5 goals conceded Flamengo (2025): 5 goals conceded

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