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LDU (EQU) and Botafogo face off this Thursday (14th) in the Libertadores Round of 16

LDU (EQU) goes head-to-head with Botafogo this Thursday (14th), in the first leg of the Round of 16 of the Libertadores. As part of their preparation for the match, the Quito team used the facilities at Ninho do Urubu on Wednesday (13th) for their final training session before the clash. The choice of the red-and-black training center drew attention, especially as it ‘involved’ two traditional Rio rivals on the eve of an important game.

Through a post on social media, Liga Deportiva Universitaria thanked the red-and-black club for their hospitality with a friendly message: “Thank you for welcoming us, friends! We hope to see you soon in Ecuador, Flamengo.” However, shortly after, the post took on a more ‘provocative’ tone.

Taking advantage of the connection with Mengão, LDU referenced the Rio rivalry and teased Botafogo by writing “Liga dos Urubus”, alluding to the symbol of Flamengo. The post, of course, sparked a variety of reactions from fans on social media.

WHAT TIME IS THE MATCH BETWEEN LDU AND BOTAFOGO?

LDU and Botafogo face off at Estádio Nilton Santos this Thursday (14th), in the first leg of the Round of 16 of the Libertadores. Kick-off is at 7:00 PM (Brasília time). The second leg between the teams will take place at the altitude of Quito, Ecuador, next Thursday (21st), at the same time.

HAS LDU USED NINHO DO URUBU BEFORE?

This is not the first time that LDU has received support from Flamengo for training sessions ahead of matches in Rio de Janeiro. On the most recent occasion, the Ecuadorian team also used the facilities at Ninho do Urubu before facing Fluminense in the Recopa Sudamericana, in March 2024.

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