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Check out the details of the clash between Flamengo and Cruzeiro

Flamengo is putting the final touches on preparations for another hugely important Copa Libertadores de América match. This Wednesday (12), the Rubro-Negro side faces Cruzeiro at Mineirão in Belo Horizonte, starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), in the first leg of the continental tournament’s round of 16.

As the current Libertadores champion, Flamengo is chasing its fifth title. In the group stage, Leonardo Jardim’s men posted the best overall campaign and topped a group that had Estudiantes (ARG) in second place.

Now, the Rubro-Negro is looking to gain an edge in the battle for a spot in the quarterfinals. For the match against Cruzeiro, Mengão comes in full of confidence after a convincing 2-0 win over Vitória at the Maracanã.

WHAT ABOUT CRUZEIRO?

Cruzeiro, meanwhile, advanced as runners-up from Group D. Universidad Católica (CHI) finished top of the group.

WHERE TO WATCH CRUZEIRO vs FLAMENGO?

Cruzeiro vs Flamengo will be broadcast on free-to-air TV by TV Globo. In addition, GeTV (YouTube) and Paramount+ (streaming) will also show the match.

Meanwhile, Coluna do Fla will follow the clash in real time, offering complete and updated minute-by-minute coverage directly on the website. In addition, Rubro-Negro fans will have extensive coverage across digital platforms.

So, for this Wednesday’s match (12), Coluna do Fla will provide analysis, behind-the-scenes coverage, and exclusive content, with posts on social media and a live broadcast on YouTube. The coverage extends before, during, and after the match, keeping fans always informed and connected with the Most Beloved. It is worth remembering that the second leg takes place on August 19 at the Maracanã.

If Flamengo eliminates Cruzeiro, it will advance to the quarterfinals to face Tolima (COL) or Independiente del Valle (EQU). In the semifinal, the Rubro-Negro could meet Estudiantes (ARG), Universidad Católica (CHI), Rosario Central (ARG), or Corinthians.

Finally, in a potential Libertadores final, Flamengo could face eight teams. They are: Mirassol, LDU (EQU), Palmeiras, Cerro Porteño (PAR), Platense (ARG), Coquimbo Unido (CHI), Fluminense, and Independiente Rivadavia (ARG).

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