Flamengo returns to the field for the Conmebol Libertadores this Wednesday (20), when they face Estudiantes (ARG), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the fifth round of Group A. Rubro-Negro seeks another victory in front of the Nation to secure qualification for the round of 16 of the continental competition.

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Coach Leonardo Jardim will have important players returning for the match. Evertton Araujo and Jorginho, who were suspended for the last Brasileirão game, are available again. Bruno Henrique is also vying for a spot in the attack, while Luiz Araújo returns after an absence due to a family commitment. On the other hand, Arrascaeta remains out due to surgery on his right shoulder. Erick Pulgar and Plata will still be evaluated by the Medical Department to determine if they will be included in the squad.

Retrospect

The last time the teams faced each other, they drew 1-1 at the Jorge Luis Hirschi stadium in Argentina, in the third round of this edition of the Libertadores Cup. Luiz Araújo scored Flamengo's goal.

In total, Flamengo and Estudiantes have faced each other 11 times throughout history, with Flamengo holding the advantage. They have won four times, drawn five, and lost only two matches. 

Arbitration

Referee: Esteban Ostojich (URU)
Assistants: Martin Soppi (URU) and Horacio Ferreiro (URU)
VAR: Leodan González (URU).

After so long away from home, nothing better than a World Cup Night to ease the longing! ATTENTION FLAMENGO FANS: TODAY IS MENGÃO PLAYING IN THE CONMEBOL LIBERTADORES!

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- Flamengo (@Flamengo) May 20, 2026