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Flamengo Leads Group A of the U-20 Libertadores by Points

Follow the leader! Flamengo defeated Bolívar (BOL) in the second round of the group stage of the U-20 Libertadores this Tuesday (10). The 4-1 victory by the Ninho do Urubu youngsters at the Casa Blanca Stadium in Ecuador earned them the top spot in Group A of the youth tournament.

This is because Flamengo's second win resulted in six points on the table. Additionally, the Rubro-Negro has a goal difference of five more than Independiente Medellín (COL), the second place team that has yet to play their second round.

Who Scored the Goals for Flamengo Against Bolívar?

At four minutes into the game, Daniel Sales crossed into the box. Then, Ryan Roberto controlled the ball and shot skillfully to open the scoring. At 8’, Alan Santos passed to Josmar, who dribbled past the defender to score the second goal.

However, Bolívar reduced the deficit at the end of the first half with Cronenbold. From the edge of the area, the Bolivian shot into the corner past Leo Nanetti. In the second half injury time, Camargo set up Alan with a chest pass, who then struck a powerful shot inside the area. There was still time for Da Mata to score the fourth on a rebound.

So, Are the Youngsters Already Qualified?

The U-20 Libertadores has three groups of four teams. Thus, the semifinals will feature the first place from each group, plus the best second-place team. Therefore, Flamengo has not yet secured their spot.

When Does Flamengo Play Again in the U-20 Libertadores?

The last round of Group A will see the Rubro-Negro face Independiente Medellín, who first play against Estudiantes de Mérida (VEN). Thus, the match with Flamengo takes place on Friday (13) starting at 9 PM (Brasília time), at the Olímpico Atahualpa, also in Ecuador.

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