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Estudiantes (ARG) visit Flamengo for the fifth round of the Libertadores group stage

Flamengo, managed by Leonardo Jardim, has the chance to repeat something the club has achieved only once, back in 1984. That is because Mengo only secured the best overall record in the Libertadores in that edition 42 years ago. However, the feat could happen again in 2026, and this Wednesday’s (20) match is crucial.

In the 1984 Libertadores, the Most Beloved totaled 11 points in six matches to finish as the best team of the first phase among all participants. At the time, however, a win was worth two points.

How did Flamengo do in 1984?

Despite an excellent first-phase campaign, Maestro Júnior’s Rubro-Negro were knocked out in the semifinals by Grêmio. The team from Rio Grande do Sul then played in and lost the finals to Independiente (ARG).

Has Flamengo never managed to repeat the 1984 group stage?

In the 42 years that followed, the closest the Most Beloved came to matching that feat was in 2022. That is because Paulo Sousa’s side earned 16 points, but Palmeiras got the full 18 possible to claim the best overall record.

What does Flamengo need to do to break the taboo?

Rosario Central (ARG) currently hold the best group-stage campaign with 13 points, while Fla have seven. However, Fla have played two fewer matches, as they face Estudiantes (ARG) this Wednesday (20).

In addition, Conmebol has still not awarded Flamengo the W.O. win for the match interrupted on the 7th of this month by Independiente Medellín (COL) supporters. With those two wins, Fla would draw level with Rosario, and the race would go to the final round.

What time is Flamengo vs. Estudiantes?

In search of the best overall campaign, the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Wednesday (20), in the fifth round of Group A of the Libertadores. Kickoff is at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã.

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