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Teams will decide classification on August 20 in Argentina

Flamengo faces Internacional in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores da América. Whoever advances from the Brazilian duel will face the winner of Cerro Porteño (PAR) and Estudiantes (ARG) in the next phase. On Wednesday (13), the Argentine team won 1-0, at the Estádio La Nueva Olla, in Asunción, Paraguay, with a goal in the second half's extra time.

Thus, the 'decision' will be made on the next Wednesday (20), at the Estádio Jorge Luis Hirschi, in La Plata, in Argentina. If Estudiantes and Cerro Porteño draw, the Argentine team will advance. If the Paraguayans win by one goal, the match will go to penalties.

HOW WAS THE GAME?

The match was technically weak, with few scoring chances. Despite being the visiting team, Estudiantes had more possession and more overall shots. However, Cerro Porteño hit the target more often. In extra time, the Argentine team was awarded a penalty, and Santiago Ascacibar converted it.

ARE THERE ANY WELL-KNOWN PLAYERS IN CERRO PORTEÑO X ESTUDIANTES?

Cerro Porteño has players with experience in Flamengo. The midfielder Piris da Motta, who did not play on Wednesday (13) due to suspension, is a key player for the team. Additionally, on the bench, the Paraguayans have Fabrízio Peralta (who played for Flamengo's youth team in 2021) and Gatito Fernández, ex-Botafogo. On the Argentine side, the team's star is Uruguayan goalkeeper Muslera.

WHAT DOES FLAMENGO NEED TO DO TO FACE CERRO OR ESTUDIANTES?

Before planning the trip to Argentina or Paraguay, Flamengo needs to get past Internacional. On Wednesday (13), the teams will play the first leg at the Maracanã, in the round of 16, starting at 21:30 (Brasília time). The return match will be at the Estádio Beira-Rio, in Porto Alegre, on August 20.

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