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Standout performer for Flamengo in the win over Cusco (PER), Bruno Henrique made the Libertadores Team of the Week

Flamengo shone in their Libertadores opener by beating Cusco (PER) 2-0 at altitude on Wednesday (08). Scorer of the first goal of the match, Bruno Henrique earned recognition from Conmebol and was selected for the first Team of the Week of the continental tournament.

WHAT WAS THE LIBERTADORES TEAM OF THE WEEK?

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Early in the second half, Bruno Henrique got on the end of a cross from the left by Ayrton Lucas and headed it into the back of the net. The goal gave Flamengo plenty of composure, and the team completely controlled the match, still finding time to extend the lead late on through Arrascaeta, also with a header.

SO, HOW MANY BRAZILIANS MADE THE LIBERTADORES TEAM OF THE WEEK?

Of the 11 players selected for the Libertadores Team of the Week, only four play in Brazilian football. Besides Bruno Henrique, the list also includes João Victor (Mirassol), Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro) and Kayke (Corinthians). All three also scored and came away with wins against Lanús (ARG), Barcelona (ECU) and Platense (ARG), respectively.

AFTER ALL, HOW DID THE FIRST ROUND OF GROUP A GO?

In Group A, Flamengo were the only team to win in the round and started at the top of the table. That is because, in the other match in the group, Independiente Medellín (COL) and Estudiantes (ARG) drew 1-1 in Colombia. Next midweek, the Colombians face Mengão at the Maracanã, while the Argentines take on Cusco in La Plata.

Before turning their attention back to the Libertadores, Flamengo are focused on the Brasileirão. Next Sunday (12), the Rubro-Negro side face Fluminense in the 11th round. The match kicks off at 6:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, with full coverage from Coluna do Fla.

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