Libertadores: Conmebol brings key rule change for group stage | OneFootball

What change did Conmebol make for the 2026 Libertadores?

Conmebol made a change to the regulations of the Libertadores 2026. Starting this season, in case of a tie in points during the group stage, the first tiebreaker criterion will be head-to-head results.

Previously, the first tiebreaker criterion in the Libertadores was goal difference. However, to make the competition more balanced, Conmebol decided to change the regulations for the 2026 edition.

It is important to note that if there is a tie in the aggregate of the matches, the decision will be made based on goal difference. This means that each game in the group stage becomes important when considering qualification for the knockout stage.

When does Flamengo debut in the Libertadores?

Flamengo's debut in the Libertadores is scheduled for the week of April 7, against Cusco (PER), in Peru. It is important to highlight that the Peruvian team plays at an altitude of 3,350m. Therefore, the Rubro-Negro will face a great challenge right in the first round.

What is Flamengo's next game?

Before the Libertadores, Flamengo has a match against Corinthians on Sunday (22), for the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will take place starting at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at the Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo.

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