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Desábato, 2009 Libertadores champion with Estudiantes (ARG), believes that the Argentine fans could make a difference

Flamengo and Estudiantes (ARG) are vying for a spot in the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores da América on September 18 and 25. For most experts, Mengão is the clear favorite to advance. However, in the view of Leandro Desábato, former defender and champion of the competition in 2009 with the team from La Plata, the first leg at Maracanã could set the stage. Moreover, the 'hermano' believes in the power of the fans in the return match.

— Flamengo has a very good team. I thought Estudiantes would decide as a visitor, but it will be decided here. I think if the result there is positive, they might have a chance. When you put pressure with the fans and make them feel the rigor, they don't like it. Estudiantes has good players who have declined, but are important —, began Leandro Desábato.

— Estudiantes is highly respected, it's considered a model to follow. Players who pass through there always say it's a different club, and that helps a lot. This is what the fans convey, and in the Cup (Libertadores) it's more noticeable. There's a reality, Estudiantes' fans make you feel like you're going to win, even if you don't have as much of a team —, added the former defender, to 'Cielosports'.

HOW DOES ESTUDIANTES ARRIVE FOR THE MATCHES AGAINST FLAMENGO?

Estudiantes will have the right to play the second match at home as they qualified first in Group A, the same as Botafogo. The team from La Plata scored 12 points. For comparison, Mengão advanced with 11 in group C. Later, the Argentines faced Cerro Porteño (PAR) in the round of 16, winning 1-0 as visitors and drawing 0-0 at home.

WHEN DO THE MATCHES BETWEEN FLAMENGO AND ESTUDIANTES TAKE PLACE?

At Maracanã, the match takes place on September 18, starting at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). A week later, on 09/25, the clash takes place at Jorge Luis Hirsch Stadium. The winner will face the qualifier from Racing (ARG) x Vélez Sarsfiel (ARG).

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