In the Libertadores, Flamengo is “thrashed” by Bolivar

Not even the altitude of 3,640 meters in La Paz was able to take away the Flemish of the Libertadores! It’s true that Rubro-Negro took a beating from Bolívar and left with a 1-0 defeat, but who said that this shook the team’s progress? With the 2-0 advantage gained at Maracanã, Mengão sealed its place in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores on Thursday night (22). Thanks, altitude, but Flamengo is still in the fight!

⚫🔴 Mengão classified! The @Bolivar_Oficial hit the @Flemish by 1-0, but the Rio team secured a place in the CONMEBOL Quarterfinals #Libertadores by aggregate score!#EternalGlory | #BOLxFLA pic.twitter.com/LTkT2GdjsS

— CONMEBOL Libertadores (@LibertadoresBR) August 23, 2024

Flamengo’s fans sweated their shirts off, and goalkeeper Rossi sweated even more. It was 90 minutes of pure pressure, with Bolívar biting at their heels and giving them a hard time. However, they only managed to get past Rossi once, with a goal from Bruno Sávio 11 minutes into the second half. Despite the scare, Flamengo held on and, even with the defeat, left the Hernando Siles Stadium with qualification guaranteed.

Now, Mengão fans can start sharpening their nails to bite their nerves, because their next opponent is Peñarol, from Uruguay. And if you think the excitement ends here, you’re wrong! There’s a tough game coming up, but Flamengo is in the area and promises not to give anyone any slack.

🇧🇷🆚🇺🇾 Brazil vs Uruguay in the Quarterfinals! @Flemish and @OfficialCAP will compete for a place in the CONMEBOL Semifinals #Libertadores.

🤔 Who is the favorite? pic.twitter.com/NUau57PE5K

— CONMEBOL Libertadores (@LibertadoresBR) August 23, 2024

Sao Paulo also advances

Meanwhile, São Paulo also decided to continue their strong campaign in the Libertadores. Playing at Morumbi, the Tricolor Paulista did well and eliminated Nacional from Uruguay with a 2-0 victory. It was a goal by Bobadilla, it was a goal by Calleri, and the spot in the quarterfinals is in the bag. Now, São Paulo will face Botafogo, in a Brazilian classic that promises to excite the crowd.

⚽🏆 Tricolor advances! @SaoPauloFC hit the @National by 2-0 and is classified for the CONMEBOL Quarter Finals #Libertadores!#EternalGlory | #SAOxNAC pic.twitter.com/8p8YamLK48

— CONMEBOL Libertadores (@LibertadoresBR) August 23, 2024

And if you think that’s all, get this! The quarterfinals of the Libertadores will have no less than five Brazilian teams competing for the trophy. In addition to Flamengo and São Paulo, Botafogo, Fluminense and Grêmio are also in the running. Who would have thought that the Libertadores would turn into a disguised Brasileirão, huh?

Flamengo, with all its swagger and tradition, remains steadfast in the fight for the title. The victory at Maracanã was crucial, and now the team is going all out for the next challenges. But the warning has been given: there is no room for hesitation, because the fans are watching. And there is no shortage of fans to push Mengão towards yet another trophy.

So, guys, the Libertadores is on fire, and Flamengo is here, overcoming the altitude and its opponents. With Peñarol in the way, Tite’s team will need a lot of energy, but confidence is high. Now we just have to wait and see what comes next and hope that history continues in Rubro-Negro’s favor.

Summary for those in a hurry:

• Flamengo lost 1-0 to Bolívar, but secured a place in the quarter-finals of the Libertadores.
• The 2-0 victory at Maracanã guaranteed Mengão’s qualification.
• Flamengo’s next match will be against Peñarol, from Uruguay.
• São Paulo also advanced, beating Nacional (Uruguay) 2-0 at Morumbi.
• Five Brazilian teams will be in the quarter-finals of the Libertadores: Flamengo, São Paulo, Botafogo, Fluminense and Grêmio.
• Flamengo remains strong, even with the defeat at altitude in La Paz.