Flamengo fails in the Libertadores final

Estudiantes de La Plata advanced to the Copa Libertadores final after defeating Flamengo in a penalty shootout. The match took place at Maracanã Stadium, where Estudiantes, managed by Alexander Medina, held on despite being a player down for most of the second half. The game ended in a 0-0 draw, leading to a 3-2 victory in penalties, marking their sixth final appearance. They will face Palmeiras, coached by Abel Ferreira, who eliminated Fluminense in another penalty shootout earlier that day. The final is scheduled for November 28 in Montevideo, Uruguay.