Today we experienced another thrilling night of the Libertadores, which brought several surprises as the groups are gradually taking shape.
The defending champion has already qualified for the round of 16
Without a doubt, Flamengo has cruised through Group A and today confirmed its place in the knockout stage.
With a goal from Pedro, they defeated Estudiantes de La Plata at the Maracanã. On the final matchday, El Pincha will fight for qualification against DIM.
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Cerro stuns Palmeiras
The biggest surprise of the night came in São Paulo, where Cerro Porteño pulled off the upset and beat Palmeiras.
El Ciclón de Barrio Obrero took all three points thanks to a brilliant goal from Vegetti, secured qualification for the round of 16 and, for now, would finish as group leader.
The Sudamericana champion is on the brink of elimination
And speaking of surprises, Lanús comes away with the worst image of the night. As the reigning Sudamericana champion, it was eliminated in the Libertadores group stage with one matchday to spare.
With goals from Biafore (own goal) and Cornejo, Liga won in Quito and secured a place in the round of 16.
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