Libertadores: Internacional legend predicts Flamengo showdown | OneFootball

Flamengo and Internacional Seek Spot in the Libertadores Quarterfinals

Flamengo continues its preparation to face Internacional this Wednesday (13th), in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16. Mengo hopes to take advantage of the match at Maracanã to gain an edge in the knockout stage. Looking ahead to the clash, former player Rafael Sóbis, an idol of the gaucho team, believes there is a finalist among the teams in the duel.

– Whoever advances between Flamengo or Internacional will be in the final. Flamengo, by its nature, being a more powerful team, and Inter for the strength it would show not being the favorite-, said Rafael Sóbis during the ‘Fechamento SporTV’ program. It is worth noting that the team that qualifies in the confrontation will face Estudiantes (ARG) or Cerro Porteño (PAR) in the quarterfinals.

HOW IS FLAMENGO PREPARING?

Flamengo has two confirmed absences to face Internacional. While Erick Pulgar continues his recovery after a fracture in his right foot, Arrascaeta will have to serve an automatic suspension due to an accumulation of yellow cards. On the other hand, Filipe Luís might see the return of De La Cruz for the first leg of the round of 16.

WHEN IS THE RETURN MATCH?

After the first match held at Maracanã, Flamengo and Internacional will face each other again in the Libertadores on August 20th, at 9:30 PM (Brasília time). This time, the home advantage will be with the gaucho club, and the match will take place at Beira-Rio. Thus, Filipe Luís's team seeks to capitalize on the ‘home factor’ and gain an advantage this Wednesday (13th).

WHEN DO FLAMENGO AND INTERNACIONAL FACE EACH OTHER?

The first leg of the round of 16 between Flamengo and Internacional takes place this Wednesday (13th). The match will be held at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã. As usual, Coluna do Fla will provide the best online coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media.

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