Pedro hits unprecedented Libertadores mark after Flamengo v Estudiantes | OneFootball

Pedro scored the goal that gave Flamengo the win this Wednesday (20)

Flamengo beat Estudiantes (ARG) this Wednesday (20), 1-0, in the fifth round of the Libertadores. The scorer of the goal that secured the win for the Rubro-Negro, Pedro reached an unprecedented milestone in the history of the continental tournament.

That is because, with the goal scored against Estudiantes, Pedro became the first player in Libertadores history to score at least two goals in seven consecutive editions. In this way, the No. 9 cements his own name in the continental competition.

See Pedro's numbers in each Libertadores edition:

Is Pedro eyeing another Libertadores record?

It is worth noting that Pedro is close to reaching another Libertadores record. That is because the Flamengo striker is three goals away from equaling Gabigol as the top Brazilian scorer in the continental tournament. While Gabriel Barbosa has scored 31 goals, the current rubro-negro No. 9 has 28 goals.

What are Pedro's numbers in 2026?

Pedro is also Flamengo’s outright top scorer in the 2026 season. So far, the No. 9 has played 30 matches, with 18 goals and four assists. As a result, the striker has established himself as an undisputed starter under Leonardo Jardim.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Pedro available, Flamengo now turns its focus back to the Brasileirão. This Saturday (23), Leonardo Jardim’s team faces Palmeiras at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the 17th round of the league.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Palmeiras via YouTube, the website, and social media. However, SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brasileirão match.

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