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Libertadores 2026 Final Takes Place on November 28

Flamengo, Fluminense, Palmeiras, and Estudiantes (ARG) are still alive in the race for the 2026 Libertadores title. As a result, a possible final between the Rio rivals has already started to stir excitement in Rio de Janeiro. Fluminense striker Germán Cano spoke about the potential decider.

— Why not? Anything can happen. We know that all four teams still in it can reach the final. For us, it would be something special. But there is no favorite — said Cano during the Conmebol Libertadores Experience, held at Botafogo Cove.

Who are Flamengo and Fluminense’s opponents in the Libertadores?

Flamengo will face Estudiantes in the Libertadores semifinals. The Rubro-Negro knocked out Independiente del Valle (ECU) in the quarterfinals, while the Argentine side eliminated Corinthians.

Meanwhile, Fluminense will battle Palmeiras for a place in the Libertadores final. Germán Cano’s team got past Platense (ARG) in the previous round, and Abel Ferreira’s side eliminated LDU (ECU) in the quarterfinals.

When will the matches between Flamengo and Estudiantes take place?

The clashes between Flamengo and Estudiantes are scheduled for the weeks of October 14 and 21. Therefore, the first leg will be played at the Argentine team’s home ground, while the decisive second leg will take place at the Maracanã.

This is because Flamengo finished the Libertadores group stage with the best overall record. As a result, the Rubro-Negro earned the advantage of playing the second leg at home in every knockout round of the tournament, up to the final.

When would the possible final between Flamengo and Fluminense be?

Flamengo and Fluminense are on opposite sides of the Libertadores knockout bracket. Therefore, the Rio rivals can only meet in a potential final, scheduled for November 28 at the Centenario Stadium in Uruguay.

Flamengo are the reigning Libertadores champions

It is worth noting that Flamengo are the reigning Libertadores champions. In 2025, the team coached by Filipe Luís beat Palmeiras 1-0 in the final, with a goal from Danilo. As a result, the Rubro-Negro became the first Brazilian club to win the continental tournament four times. In this way, Mengão will be aiming for back-to-back titles in 2026.

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