Flamengo v Racing: who gets home advantage for the Libertadores semi-final? | OneFootball

Filipe Luís' team advanced on penalties against Estudiantes de La Plata (ARG)

After defeating Estudiantes de La Plata (ARG) on penalties, Flamengo will face Racing (ARG) in the semifinals of the Libertadores. Thus, the question arises whether the first match will be played at home or away.

Once again, Flamengo will decide in Argentina. This is because the first leg will take place at Maracanã, in the week of 22/10, while the return will be in Avellaneda, on 28, 29 or 30 of the same month.

The priority to decide at home is for the Argentinians, who finished first in Group E, and the Rubro-Negro came second in Group C. The other side of the bracket has Palmeiras against LDU (EQU).

How was the previous duel?

The first game ended 2 to 1, with goals from Pedro and Varela for Flamengo and an own goal from Léo Pereira. In the second match, Benedetti scored for Estudiantes and took the decision to penalties. Then, goalkeeper Rossi shone.

What is Flamengo's next commitment?

After advancing in the Libertadores, Flamengo returns to play in the Brasileirão. Next Sunday (28), the Rubro-Negro faces Corinthians, at Neo Química Arena. Thus, the ball rolls from 20:30 (Brasília time).

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