Flamengo thrash Medellín in Libertadores, fans erupt online; best memes | OneFootball

Flamengo thrashed the opposition at the Maracanã and took the lead in Libertadores Group A

Flamengo faced Independiente Medellín (COL) on Thursday night (16) and enjoyed a stellar night in the Libertadores. With nearly 60,000 fans at the Maracanã, the Rubro-Negro won 4-1, with goals from Lucas Paquetá, Bruno Henrique, Arrascaeta, and Pedro. As a result, the celebration was not limited to the stands, but also spilled over into memes online.

On social media, users highly praised the performances of Bruno Henrique and Arrascaeta. That is because the two showed great chemistry and exchanged assists with each other. The Uruguayan’s goal came from a pass by the No. 10, while Bruno’s goal came from a cross by Arrasca.

In addition to the ‘2019 idols,’ two Garotos do Ninho also stood out: Lucas Paquetá and Evertton Araújo. That is because the players formed the defensive midfield pairing and were key in Flamengo’s rout.

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What is Flamengo’s situation in the Libertadores now?

With the win in the second round, Flamengo reached six points and stands alone at the top of Group A. In second place is Estudiantes (ARG), with four. Finally, there is Independiente Medellín with one point, and Cusco (PER), which has yet to earn a point.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo’s next match will be against Bahia on Sunday (19). The game will take place at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã. In the national competition, Fla has 20 points and sits in second place, with one game in hand over Palmeiras, which has 26.

It is worth noting that Bahia is level with Fla on points, but sits fifth in the table. Therefore, it can be said that the match will be a direct battle for position, and whoever wins could end the round in second place.

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