Flamengo v Palmeiras: Libertadores final nets Peruvians R$ 370m | OneFootball

Sectors such as hospitality, gastronomy, transportation, and commerce benefited

Flamengo and Palmeiras faced off in the final of the Copa Libertadores last Saturday (29), in Lima, Peru, with the title going to the Rubro-Negro. In addition to the celebrations in the stands, the match had an immediate economic impact on the Peruvian city of nearly R$ 400 million.

With around 50,000 Brazilians in Lima, the Copa Libertadores final generated 70 million dollars (approximately R$ 373 million at the current exchange rate). The event directly benefited sectors such as hospitality, gastronomy, transportation, and commerce.

Conmebol set up meeting points, such as the FanFest, in the city, promoting interaction among fans. In addition, the size of the stadium encouraged many Brazilians to travel to Lima. This information comes from the Peruvian Football Federation (FPF).

HOW WAS THE FINAL ON THE FIELD?

Flamengo defeated Palmeiras with a goal from defender Danilo in the second half and became the champion of the Copa Libertadores in Lima, Peru. With this, the Rubro-Negro team becomes the biggest champion of the competition in Brazilian football.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Thus, Flamengo now leaves the Copa Libertadores aside and returns its focus to the Campeonato Brasileiro. That’s because the Rubro-Negro team faces Ceará this Wednesday (03), at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the penultimate round.

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