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Flamengo vs Independiente Medellín (COL) was canceled by Conmebol

Flamengo is still awaiting Conmebol’s decision regarding the result of the match against Independiente Medellín (COL) in the Libertadores. The Colombian team, in fact, gave up on defending itself in the case, and Mengão is expected to be declared the winner of the match by walkover.

According to information from ‘ESPN’, Independiente Medellín did not submit any defense to Conmebol’s disciplinary committee. It is worth noting that the deadline to present arguments was last Tuesday (19). Therefore, Flamengo is awaiting confirmation of the win by walkover.

Has Independiente Medellín already been punished by Conmebol?

Yes! Conmebol ruled that Independiente Medellín must play without fans for 60 days, whether at home or away. It is worth noting that this measure is provisional, since the final decision of the case has yet to be announced. Therefore, the Colombians are expected to receive an even heavier punishment.

What happened in the Flamengo vs Independiente Medellín match?

Medellín fans protested against the club’s board during the match against Flamengo on May 7, in the fourth round of the Libertadores. On that occasion, shortly after kickoff, the Colombian supporters invaded the pitch, set off explosives, and set banners on fire in the stands.

As a result, the referee suspended the match and, shortly afterward, Conmebol confirmed the cancellation of the game. Now, Flamengo is waiting to find out whether it will be awarded the win by walkover, a decision that rests with the South American body’s Disciplinary Committee.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo, meanwhile, is preparing for another Libertadores fixture. This Wednesday (20), Rubro-Negro will face Estudiantes at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the fifth round of the tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air), GE TV (Globoplay), and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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