Saúl hails Flamengo’s ‘invisible weapon’ before Estudiantes tie | OneFootball

Flamengo only needs a draw to advance to the Libertadores semifinals

The Flamengo faces Estudiantes (ARG) this Thursday (25), in Argentina, in a match valid for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Therefore, to advance to the semifinals, Saúl Ñíguez emphasized that the Mengo needs mental strength to face the environment.

— We played the first leg and suffered a goal that could have hurt us a lot. I think it was a very difficult match. In this type of confrontation, any detail can make a difference —, began the Flamengo player.

— We have to be a mature team, but, above all, be ourselves. We cannot be distracted by the environment or the style of play that the rival can impose. We have to know what we are looking for. We will try to win the match with our weapons. In the Libertadores, we need to be very focused and mentally strong —, concluded Saúl Ñíguez.

WHAT IS THE SITUATION?

The Flamengo defeated Estudiantes by 2 to 1, in the first quarterfinals match, at Maracanã. Pedro and Varela scored the goals for the red-black team. Thus, to advance to the semifinals, the Mengo only needs a draw.

WHEN IS THE GAME?

Therefore, Flamengo and Estudiantes will face off this Thursday (25), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in a match valid for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. In this way, the Coluna do Fla brings all the information directly from La Plata.

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