Flamengo draws with Estudiantes, remains leader of Group A and undefeated in the 2026 Libertadores Cup.
Flamengo took the lead with a goal from Luiz Araújo, but conceded an equalizer in the second half in a match played in La Plata, Argentina.
By Manuela Tostes - inFlamengo drew 1-1 with Estudiantes on Wednesday night (29), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, for the 3rd round of the group stage of the Conmebol Libertadores. In a disputed game with moments of tension, the red-black team opened the scoring in the first half, but saw the Argentinians equalize in the final stage. Even so, the result keeps the team in the lead of Group A, now with seven points.
The match was also marked by off-field factors, such as Arrascaeta's injury in the first half, diagnosed as a fracture of the right clavicle, and refereeing decisions that generated complaints throughout the game. Even so, Flamengo maintains a positive streak: eight games without defeat, with defensive consistency and competitiveness away from home.
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The game
The match started with Estudiantes imposing their will, pressing with long balls and maintaining a strong presence in the attacking third. Flamengo, on the other hand, showed efficiency when given space.
In the 33rd minute, Leonardo Jardim's team opened the scoring with a play built with speed and precision. Samuel Lino found Bruno Henrique with a beautiful through ball, and the striker passed to Luiz Araújo, who, alone on the right, tapped the ball into the open net. This was the number 7's third goal of the season.
The play also extended an important record for Bruno Henrique: the striker reached 44 direct goal involvements in the history of the Copa Libertadores, becoming the Brazilian with the most contributions in the competition.
Before halftime, Flamengo also had to deal with the departure of Arrascaeta, who, at 21 minutes, left the field after a challenge and was taken to the hospital, where a fracture in his right clavicle was confirmed.
Returning for the second half, Estudiantes increased the pressure and began to occupy more of the attacking field. The equalizer came after a series of plays inside the area, at 10 minutes, with Carrillo taking advantage of the rebound after a save by Rossi: 1-1.
Furthermore, there were complaints about possible cards not being shown in plays involving Emerson Royal and Bruno Henrique, increasing the tension in the match.
In the final minutes, the Argentinian team continued to press, but were thwarted by good saves from Rossi, who secured the draw away from home.
With this result, Flamengo reaches seven points and remains in the lead of Group A of the Conmebol Libertadores. Estudiantes is in second place with five points, while Independiente Medellín (1) and Cusco (0) complete the group.
Estudiantes de La Plata
Fernando Muslera; Eric Meza, González Pírez, Tomás Palacios and Gastón Benedetti; Ezequiel Piovi, Gabriel Neves (Brian Aguirre), Mikel Amondarain and Facundo Farías (Edwuin Cetré); Tiago Palacios (Adolfo Gaich) and Guido Carrillo (Alexis Castro).
Coach: Alexander Medina.
Flamengo
Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Vitão and Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo and Jorginho; Luiz Araújo (Plata), De Arrascaeta (Jorge Carrascal) and Samuel Lino (Saúl); Bruno Henrique (Pedro).
Coach: Leonardo Jardim.
Week's agenda
Flamengo returns to the field next Sunday (03) to face Vasco, at 16 pm, at Maracanã, for the 14th round of the 2026 Brazilian Championship.
Technical sheet
Estudiantes 1 x 1 Flamengo – Conmebol Libertadores | 3rd round | Group A
Location: Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium – La Plata
Date and time: 29/04/2026, at 21:30 am
Referees: Piero Maza (CHI), José Retamal (CHI) and Miguel Rocha (CHI)
Yellow cards: Tiago Palacios (EST), Facundo Farías (EST), Emerson Royal (FLA), Tomás Palacios (EST) and Ezequiel Piovi (EST)
Red cards: Leonardo Jardim (FLA) and Cacique Medina (EST)
Goals: Luiz Araújo (33'1st half) and Guido Carrillo (10'2nd half).
