Libertadores: is Flamengo v Independiente Medellín on Globo? | OneFootball

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·16 April 2026

Libertadores: is Flamengo v Independiente Medellín on Globo?

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What time does the ball start rolling for the match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín (COL)?


Flamengo return to the pitch this Thursday (16) to face Independiente Medellín (COL) in the second round of the Libertadores. With that in mind, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details about the match, which will not be broadcast on free-to-air TV,

Therefore, Rede Globo will not air Flamengo’s second commitment in the 2026 Libertadores. However, ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ Premium (streaming) will broadcast the clash with Independiente Medellín.


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And what about Coluna do Fla?

In addition, as tradition dictates, the Coluna do Fla team will be present at Flamengo’s Libertadores match. As a result, live from the Maracanã, Rock Hudson and Leo José will bring all the details of Mengão’s game this Thursday (16).

What is Flamengo’s group like in the Libertadores?

Flamengo beat Cusco (PER) 2-0 in their Libertadores debut last Wednesday (08). On the other hand, Independiente Medellín drew 1-1 with Estudiantes (ARG). Then, in the second round on Tuesday (14), the Argentinians beat the Peruvians 2-1 and, as a result, temporarily took the lead in Group A.

1st | Estudiantes – 4 points 2nd | Flamengo – 3 3rd | Independiente Medellín –  1 4th | Cusco –  0

How does Mengão come into the match?

Flamengo have two confirmed absences for this Thursday’s (16) match. Jorginho is recovering from a left calf injury, while Erick Pulgar is being treated for a right shoulder injury. On the other hand, Leonardo Jardim should have Saúl and Cebolinha back.

What are the details of the Flamengo vs. Independiente Medellín match?

The match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (16), in the second round of the Libertadores. The game will take place at the Maracanã, in Rio de Janeiro.

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

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