Rossi hails vital point for Flamengo’s Libertadores hopes | OneFootball

Rossi saved two penalty kicks and secured Flamengo's spot in the Libertadores semifinals

Flamengo struggled but secured a spot in the Libertadores semifinals. The red-black team lost 1-0 to Estudiantes (ARG) in regular time but won on penalties. Thus, Mengão advanced with excitement.

Agustín Rossi stood out in the ‘decision’. After the game, the Argentine goalkeeper celebrated on social media: “Very special night! Everyone's effort made the difference, and we managed to take another step. Proud of this team. Let's go, Flamengo.”

Despite the mistake on Benedetti's goal, Rossi stayed focused and saved two shots. In this way, he secured the red-black team's qualification.

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HOW DID FLAMENGO WIN ON PENALTIES?

Jorginho, Luiz Araújo, Carrascal and Léo Pereira converted the penalties for Flamengo. On the other hand, Sosa and Cetré scored for Estudiantes, but Benedetti and Ascacíbar were stopped by Rossi.

Flamengo entered the field with the advantage of a draw, after winning the first leg 2-1 at Maracanã. Benedetti's goal took the decision to penalties, requiring calm and efficiency.

Rossi quickly reacted to the mistake and led the defense in the penalty shootout. Thus, he secured the team's qualification for the next phase.

WHO IS THE NEXT OPPONENT IN THE LIBERTADORES?

Flamengo will face Racing (ARG) in the Libertadores semifinals. The opponent eliminated Vélez (ARG) and returns to the semifinals after 28 years. The matches will take place in the weeks of October 22 and 29.

The first match will be at Maracanã, with the return leg scheduled for Argentina. Meanwhile, Flamengo is preparing for the Brasileirão.

On Sunday (28), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), Filipe Luís's team visits Corinthians for the 25th round of the national tournament. The championship lead is at stake for Mengão.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.