Latin America Sports Daily for Sunday, September 13, 2026

Fluminense can finish the job in Vicente López

Preview

Fluminense won the first leg 2-0 at the Maracanã on Tuesday 8 September. That gives the Rio club a commanding cushion for the return against Platense.

The second leg kicks off on Tuesday 15 September at 19:00 local time in Argentina, which is 18:00 ET. The venue is Estadio Ciudad de Vicente López, a tight ground north of Buenos Aires.

Platense must score at least twice to have any chance. There is no away-goals rule, so Platense simply need a two-goal swing to force extra time.

Fluminense are one of four Brazilian clubs in the final eight. A semi-final spot would keep alive their hunt for a second Libertadores title.

The first-leg victory came at home, where Fluminense have been strong. Their task now is to manage the tie against a Platense side desperate to attack.

Flamengo return to the Maracanã with one foot in the semis

Preview

Flamengo won 2-0 away to Independiente del Valle in Quito on Thursday 10 September. The match was played at Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa.

The second leg is on Thursday 17 September at 21:30 local time, 20:30 ET, at the Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro.

Independiente del Valle must score twice just to level the tie. They have built a reputation as giant-killers, but overturning a 2-0 deficit at the Maracanã is a huge ask.

Flamengo won the Libertadores in 2019 and 2022. They are among the favourites to lift the trophy again this year.

A full Maracanã crowd will expect Flamengo to close the tie out. Any home goal would almost certainly end the contest.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

When are the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal second legs played?

The four second legs are played on 15, 16 and 17 September 2026. Platense host Fluminense on Tuesday, while LDU Quito face Palmeiras and Corinthians host Estudiantes on Wednesday.

Flamengo play Independiente del Valle on Thursday 17 September at the Maracanã.

Which teams are leading their Copa Libertadores quarterfinal ties?

Fluminense lead Platense 2-0, Palmeiras lead LDU Quito 1-0 and Flamengo lead Independiente del Valle 2-0. Corinthians and Estudiantes are level at 1-1.

Does the Copa Libertadores still use away goals?

No. CONMEBOL abolished the away-goals rule in 2022. If Corinthians and Estudiantes finish level on aggregate, the tie goes to extra time and then penalties.