Leonardo Jardim's Flamengo mission in the 2026 Libertadores | OneFootball

Leonardo Jardim seeks sixth win in the 2026 Libertadores

Flamengo takes the field on Wednesday (19) to face Cruzeiro in the second leg of the Libertadores round of 16. In the match to be played at the Maracanã, Fla will look to remain unbeaten in the competition and secure a place in the quarterfinals.

So far, Flamengo have played seven matches in the 2026 Libertadores, winning five and drawing two. First, the Rubro-Negro beat Cusco 2-0 in the altitude of Peru. Later, Flamengo defeated Independiente Medellín (COL) 4-1 at the Maracanã.

In addition, Fla drew 1-1 with Estudiantes de La Plata (ARG). Then, the Rubro-Negro beat the Argentine side 1-0 at the Maracanã. To close out the group stage, Flamengo defeated Cusco 3-0 at home.

Meanwhile, Fla were also awarded a walkover win against Independiente Medellín in a match that was canceled in Colombia. Finally, Flamengo and Cruzeiro drew 1-1 in the first leg. As a result, the current Copa Libertadores champion is unbeaten in the 2026 edition of the tournament.

What are Flamengo’s matches in the 2026 Libertadores?

What are the details of Fla’s next match?

Now, Flamengo shifts its focus to the Copa Libertadores. On Wednesday (19), the Rubro-Negro faces Cruzeiro in the second leg of the round of 16 of the South American tournament. The match kicks off at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã.

How are the teams coming into the match?

It is important to note that, in the first leg at Mineirão, Flamengo and Cruzeiro drew 1-1. That means Flamengo hosts the Minas Gerais side at the Maracanã with everything still open. In addition, Leonardo Jardim’s team comes in with momentum and confidence after a rout in the Brasileirão.

Who is broadcasting Flamengo vs Cruzeiro?

Finally, the broadcast of Flamengo vs Cruzeiro will be on Rede Globo, on free-to-air TV. In addition, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will follow every detail of the Rubro-Negro’s Libertadores clash, with on-site coverage straight from the Maracanã.

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