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Lanús (ARG) takes the lead over Flamengo in the quest for the Recopa title

Lanús (ARG) took the lead against Flamengo in the Recopa Sudamericana final, after a 1-0 victory this Thursday (19th). The teams will face each other again on February 26th, at Maracanã. The Argentine club's forward, Eduardo Salvio, commented on the expectations for the return match.

— With the best expectations, we know it will be difficult, but I think we showed that we are a very strong team as well. It's always good, always good, to face good teams, but we will do our best, do what we did today -, he said, before concluding:

— The next game will be tough, but that's how it is against strong teams. For all players (it's special to play at Maracanã), playing there is good, this game has to be enjoyed a lot -, concluded Eduardo Salvio.

What is Flamengo's situation in the Recopa?

With the 1-0 defeat in the first leg of the Recopa Sudamericana, Flamengo needs a win in the second match. In case of a victory by one goal difference, the continental title will be decided on penalties. However, if Rubro-Negro wins by two goals or more, they will secure the competition's bicampeonato.

What is Flamengo's next game?

Meanwhile, Flamengo returns to focus on the Campeonato Carioca. Moreover, this Sunday (22nd), Filipe Luís's team faces Madureira, at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the State Championship semifinal.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the game between Flamengo and Madureira, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, GE TV (YouTube), SporTV (cable channel), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Carioca match.

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