Copa Libertadores 2026 QF: Flamengo (BRA) advances to semi-final on aggregate (return leg vs. CA Independiente del Valle ECU, approx. 15/16 September 2026, Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro)
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Published on 12. September 2026
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Predicted for 16. September 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
Flamengo played the first leg away at Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa in Quito. The return leg is scheduled at the Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro, on approximately September 15/16, 2026. Flamengo are two-time Copa champions (2019, 2022) and one of South America's strongest clubs; the Maracanã home leg provides a decisive atmosphere advantage. Independiente del Valle has Copa pedigree (2022 finalists) but weaker squad depth. No Polymarket market available; probability based on Copa track record and home advantage.
Data basis for this prediction
- Copa Libertadores 2026 QF-Paarung Flamengo vs. IDV bestätigt: Hinspiel Quito (Yahoo Sports / beIN Sports, 09.09.2026)
- Flamengo Copa-Libertadores-Titel: 2019 (vs. River Plate), 2022 (vs. Athletico Paranaense)
- Copa Libertadores 2026 QF-Übersicht: Fluminense 2-0 Platense (Maracanã, Hinspiel) als Vergleichskontext (SofaScore, 09.09.2026)
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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