Estudiantes score late, knock out Medellín, join Flamengo in Libertadores | OneFootball

Mikel Amondarain scored the only goal of the match in the 46th minute of the second half

The final round of the group stage of the Copa Libertadores was on fire, and Estudiantes (ARG) and Independiente Medellín (COL) played a thrilling match in La Plata. The Colombian side held on for a goalless draw this Tuesday (26) until stoppage time, but then saw the Argentinians open the scoring through Mikel Amondarain.

Playing in front of their own fans, Estudiantes went on the attack and dominated throughout the 90 minutes. The Argentine team had more shots and more possession, but could not break through the Colombian defense until stoppage time. However, in the 46th minute of the second half, Mikel Amondarain scored to secure qualification for the home side.

HOW DID THE STANDINGS END UP?

Flamengo beat Cusco (PER) 3-0 this Tuesday (26) at the Maracanã and finished the group stage with 16 points at the top of the table. As a result, Estudiantes ended up in second place with nine, while Independiente Medellín were eliminated in third with seven.

That means Flamengo will have the advantage in the next stage of the Copa Libertadores. Having finished the first phase on top, the Rubro-Negro side will play the second leg of the round of 16 at the Maracanã, regardless of the opponent.

WHEN IS THE ROUND OF 16 DRAW?

Therefore, with Flamengo in first place and Independiente Medellín in second position, Conmebol will hold the draw for the next stage of the Copa Libertadores on Friday (29). The governing body has scheduled the event for 12:00 p.m. Brasília time.

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