Latin America Sports Daily for Friday, September 11, 2026

Fluminense hold firm control after first-leg win over Platense

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Fluminense earned a 2-0 win against Platense at the Maracanã on 8 September. That first-leg result gives the Rio club a strong platform for Tuesday’s return in Argentina.

The second leg kicks off at 19:00 local time at Estadio Ciudad de Vicente López. Platense must score at least twice to force penalties or win the tie outright.

Fluminense’s recent Libertadores pedigree makes them favourites to progress. A clean sheet in Buenos Aires would send them into the semi-finals.

Palmeiras take narrow edge into LDU Quito cauldron

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Palmeiras beat LDU Quito 1-0 at NuBank Parque on Wednesday. The São Paulo side now face a demanding trip to altitude for the second leg.

The match is set for Wednesday at 19:00 local time at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado in Quito. LDU have historically been tough at home in continental competition.

Palmeiras need only a draw to advance, but any slip could prove costly. The tie remains delicately balanced despite the Brazilian club’s aggregate lead.

Flamengo await Independiente del Valle after Quito test

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Independiente del Valle hosted Flamengo on Thursday night in Quito. The first leg at Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa concluded the quarterfinal opening matches.

The second leg is scheduled for next Thursday at the Maracanã. Flamengo will know exactly what is required after returning from Ecuador.

Flamengo’s continental campaign has been strong all season. Their home form in Rio makes them tough opponents for any visiting side.

Copa Sudamericana second legs set after first-leg results

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Boca Juniors beat São Paulo 1-0 at La Bombonera on Tuesday. Santos defeated Atlético Mineiro 2-0 at Vila Belmiro on Wednesday.

Independiente Santa Fe and Vasco da Gama played out a goalless draw in Bogotá. Cienciano faced Montevideo City Torque in Cusco on Thursday night.

The return legs take place across Tuesday and Wednesday next week. São Paulo host Boca at Morumbi needing to overturn the first-leg deficit.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

What happened in the first legs of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals?

Fluminense beat Platense 2-0 at the Maracanã, Palmeiras defeated LDU Quito 1-0 in São Paulo, and Estudiantes drew 1-1 with Corinthians in La Plata. Independiente del Valle hosted Flamengo on Thursday night in Quito.

When are the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal second legs?

Platense host Fluminense on Tuesday 15 September. LDU Quito face Palmeiras and Corinthians play Estudiantes on Wednesday 16 September. Flamengo meet Independiente del Valle on Thursday 17 September.

Which Brazilian clubs lead their Copa Libertadores ties?

Fluminense lead 2-0 on aggregate over Platense. Palmeiras lead 1-0 against LDU Quito. Corinthians are level at 1-1 with Estudiantes but hold an away goal.