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Libertadores U-20 Semifinal Features Two Brazilian Teams

The match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín (COL) in the third round of the group stage of the Libertadores U-20 came with a scare involving Ryan Roberto. The forward suffered a serious foul and needed medical attention, but Coluna do Fla has confirmed that an injury has been ruled out.

The concern was that the player’s left ankle had suffered trauma. However, with no injury, the young talent from Flamengo’s youth academy is fit for the tournament’s semifinal. Still, Fla’s opponent will only be decided after Sunday’s (15th) matches.

Why is Ryan Roberto important for Flamengo?

The young forward is considered one of the most promising talents at Ninho do Urubu. Furthermore, the youngster has scored two goals in the Libertadores U-20, making him one of the top scorers. Thus, the Flamengo player has had a significant influence on the campaign of Group A’s leader.

Who could face Flamengo in the semifinal?

Fla will face the best of the teams that finished second in the group stage. At the moment, Olimpia (PAR) is the best among the runners-up, but if Nacional (URU) beats Belgrano (ARG) this Sunday (15th), the Uruguayan team could face the Rubro-Negro.

What is the path to the final?

On the other side of the bracket, Palmeiras faces Santiago Wanderers (CHI) on Wednesday (18th) in Ecuador, where the entire competition is taking place. The winner will play in the final of the Libertadores U-20, a tournament in which Fla are two-time and current champions.

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