RIO DE JANEIRO (BRAZIL) – Fluminense is in history. The team from Rio de Janeiro wins the Copa Libertadores for the first time by beating the Argentinians Boca Juniors in extra time. The hero of the Maracana is called John Kennedy, who came on at the end of the second half and scored the decisive goal (after goals from Cano and Advincula in regular time) for Felipe Melo’s team in the 8th minute of the first extra half. A mockery instead for Cavani’s Boca, who haven’t won the Cup since 2007. The Carioca fans are celebrating at the Maracanà, Brazil is celebrating as they win their fifth consecutive Libertadores (since 2019, Flamengo twice and Palmeiras twice) for a record who will be difficult to beat in South American football. This is the match report.
23:45
Fluminese wins the Copa Libertadores!
After 120′ of great emotions, the referee blew the whistle to end this incredible final. The Brazilian team wins the Libertadores for the first time, beating Boca Juniors 2-1.
23:35
Fluminense suit!
In the 8th minute of the second extra period Guga has the winning ball, but his shot hits the post to Romero’s right.
23:25
The second extra period begins
The situation on the pitch is incandescent, the second extra half begins with Fluminense leading 2-1 over Boca. Both teams are ten.
23:20
The first overtime period ends
After 7′ of injury time, the referee blows the whistle for the end of the first extra half. Fluminense is now ahead 2-1 over Boca Juniors.
23:15
Total chaos on the pitch: Boca asks for a penalty, Fabra is sent off
The Argentines forcefully ask for a penalty kick, the referee goes to the VAR but decides not to award it. Boca’s Colombian defender slaps Nino and is sent off.
23:10
Fluminense goal: John Kennedy scores and is sent off!
8′ into the first extra half, the Brazilian team found the right opportunity to double the lead. The young striker beats Romero with a great shot, then in his celebration he gets the second yellow card and is sent off by the referee.
23:00
The first extra half begins
After a few minutes of rest, we start again. The referee blows the whistle for the start of extra time. For Boca, Janson comes in for Merentiel.
22:55
Diogo Barbosa, what a mistake! We go to extra time
The Fluminense defender missed a great opportunity by shooting wide from an excellent position with a few seconds left. After 4′ of injury time, the referee blows his whistle for the end of regulation time. Boca and Fluminense are at 1-1.
22:45
Triple change for Fluminense
10′ from the 90′, the Brazilian team responds to the Argentine moves with three substitutions: Marcelo, Ganso and Martinelli come out. Enter Diogo Barbosa, John Kennedy and Lima.
22:40
Edinson Cavani leaves
Two changes in Boca Juniors: the former player leaves the field Napoli and Barco: Benedetto and Langoni enter.
22:35
Boca Juniors draw: Advincula magic!
At 26′ of the second half the score was 1-1 for the Argentine team. The Peruvian defender takes advantage of a defensive inattention by Fluminense and from a tight angle he unleashes a mocking left-foot shot that goes past Fabio.
22:30
Three yellow cards in four minutes
Time passes and the nervousness in camoo increases. Yellow cards in sequence for Cavani, Keno and Figal.
22:2o
First good opportunity for Boca
Advincula presents himself well on the right, cuts to the center and shoots with his left foot, dangerously, to the left of Fabio’s goal.
22:10
First substitution: Felipe Melo comes out
The former Fiorentina, Juve and Inter midfielder leaves the pitch: Marlon comes in in his place.
22:05
The second half begins
No substitutions, the teams return to the field with the same formations.
21:50
The first half ends: Brazilians ahead
After 2′ of added time, the referee blew the whistle to end the first half. Fluminense deservedly leads against Boca Juniors 1-0.
21:39
Fluminense goal: Cano scores!
The game breaks the deadlock in the 35th minute: Keno exchanges with Arias on the right and crosses low for the Argentine striker who surprises Romero with first intention from the center of the area. It is the 13th goal of the Libertadores’ top scorer.
21:30
Boca Juniors are struggling a lot
After a shot by Merentiel, controlled by Fabio, Boca Juniors tries to raise the center of gravity but without great success. Now the match is more balanced, even if ball possession remains clearly in Fluminense’s favour.
21:15
Cano tries his head
Cano heads Marcelo’s cross, but Romero is attentive and blocks the ball.
21:10
Good start for Fluminense
The Brazilian team maintains possession of the ball, Boca waits in their own midfield but for now they are unable to restart.
21:00
Here we go: the final of the Copa Libertadores begins
Colombian referee Wilmar Roldan kicks off the match.
20:55
Felipe Melo in tears before the match
During the playing of the national anthem, the former Inter, Juve and Fiorentina player appeared visibly moved on the television screens: the details.
20:45
Maradona’s nephew was also in the stands
While waiting for kick-off, Benjamin Aguero, Maradona’s grandson and son of Kun, was spotted among the Argentine fans, wearing a black t-shirt with his grandfather’s photo highlighted for the occasion.
20:30
The official training of Fluminense
The Brazilians line up with the 4-2-3-1: Fabio; Xavier, Nino, Felipe Melo, Marcelo; André, Martinelli; Arias, Ganso, Keno; Cano. Herd. Fernando Diniz.
20:15
The official lineup of Boca Juniors
The Argentine team lines up with the 4-4-2: Romero; Advincula, Figal, Valentini, Fabra; Medina, Pol Fernandez, Equi Fernandez, Barco; Merentiel, Cavani. Coach Jorge Almiron
20:00
Argentina-Brazil 25-22
A challenge within the challenge: to date, Argentine teams have won the Copa Libertadores 25 times, while Brazilian teams are stuck at 22. A clear diarchy, given that Uruguay is in third place with 8 successes.
19:45
Fluminense has never won
This is the second Copa Libertadores final for the Rio de Janeiro team. After the defeat in 2008, the Cariocas are trying again today.
19:30
Boca Juniors chasing the seventh
The Argentine team has won the Copa Libertadores six times (last time in 2007) and is chasing the record of seven titles held by Independiente.
Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro
2023-11-04 22:49:57
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