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Flamengo Seeks Third Consecutive U-20 Copa Libertadores Final

The time is coming, Nation! This Thursday (19th), Flamengo is aiming for another U-20 Copa Libertadores final. Against Olimpia (PAR), starting at 4 PM (Brasília time), Mengão is trying to keep making history. For the semifinal duel, the red-black coach Bruno Pivetti has lined up the team as follows.

WHAT IS THE FLAMENGO U-20 LINEUP?

Flamengo relies on two important players. Ryan Roberto, who suffered a hard tackle in the last group stage game against Independiente Medellín (COL), worried the Nation. However, no injury was found on the forward's ankle, and he will play the game.

Additionally, defender Da Mata, who served a suspension after receiving yellow cards against Estudiantes de Mérida (VEN) and Bolívar (BOL), also returns to the starting team. The defender has stood out in the competition, scoring two goals.

HOW DID THE TEAMS PERFORM IN THE FIRST STAGE?

Flamengo reached the semifinals undefeated. In the first two rounds, the Red-Black won 4-1 against Estudiantes de Mérida and Bolívar. In the third match, a goalless draw with Medellín secured the Most Beloved at the top of Group A.

On the other hand, Olimpia has one defeat in the competition, against Palmeiras. However, it's worth noting that the Brazilian team had a 'phantom penalty' in their favor, ensuring a 1-0 victory. Additionally, the Paraguayans defeated Sporting Cristal (PER) 4-1 and Universidad Católica (EQU) 1-0, securing the best runner-up campaign among the three groups of the Libertadores.

WHERE TO WATCH FLAMENGO VS. OLIMPIA?

FlamengoTV, on YouTube, will broadcast the match with images. Additionally, Sportv 3, X Sports, and Disney+ will also show the duel. Coluna do Fla, of course, brings all the information about the match as soon as the ball stops rolling. The winner will face the victor of Palmeiras and Santiago Wanderers (CHI), who also meet this Thursday (19th).

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