Flamengo vs Palmeiras: clubs could re-enact the Copa Libertadores final

Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (25), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Estudiantes at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata , for the second leg of the Conmebol Libertadores quarterfinals.

The match is crucial in determining who advances to the semifinals of the continental competition . The match will be broadcast live on ESPN on pay TV, with streaming available on Disney +, expanding fans' access to the game.

BROADCAST TEAM

Rogério Vaughan, who has been the voice of Flamengo's key matches in this edition of the Libertadores, will be providing commentary. Paulo Calçade and Zinho will provide commentary, while Lily Nascimento and Pedro Henrique Torres will provide exclusive information directly from La Plata before, during, and after the match.

FLAMENGO FINALIZES PREPARATION

The red-black squad finished preparing for the match this Wednesday (24), at the Defensa y Justicia training center, located near the hotel where the delegation is staying. Immediately after the Libertadores match, Flamengo will head to São Paulo, where they will remain until the match against Corinthians , on Sunday (28).

LIBERTADORES REGULATIONS

With a 2-1 victory at Maracanã, Flamengo needs only a draw to advance to the semifinals . If Estudiantes wins by one goal, the match will go to penalties. The winner will face Racing from Argentina in the next stage of the competition.

At 20 years old, Wallace Yan continues to attract attention both inside and outside Brazil . After shining at the Club World Cup and gaining international attention, the Flamengo striker has entered the radar of Wolverhampton Wanderers in England , who could make an offer as early as the January 2026 transfer window.

The youngster gained notoriety by becoming the first substitute to score in two consecutive World Cup matches , according to FIFA. The feat solidified his status as a promising player and boosted the confidence of Filipe Luís, who sees the striker as one of the squad's favorites.

For now, there's no official offer for the player. Internally, the club's board seems calm: the release clause for foreign clubs is €60 million (approximately R$387 million) , and the club has no intention of facilitating an immediate exit.

PHASE OF FEW OPPORTUNITIES

His positive form off the field, however, contrasts with the current situation. In the last five games, Wallace has played only four minutes, coming on late in the match against Juventude. In the matches against Vitória, Grêmio, Estudiantes, and Vasco, he didn't even leave the bench .

After the classic against Vasco, the striker spoke out on social media with a black and white post and the word "process", suggesting frustration , but also patience to win space again.

HIGH EXPECTATIONS

At the beginning of the season, Wallace started seven matches and was frequently called upon by Filipe Luís. Flamengo 's elimination to Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil, however, marked a turning point: since then, the youngster has lost ground and even sparked debate due to his provocative style on the field.

Between the affection of the fans and the European pressure, the striker's future remains up in the air. Flamengo is banking on his growth, but knows that the next transfer window will be decisive : if Wolverhampton Wanderers, or another European club, comes forward with a concrete offer, the board will have to choose between holding on to the star player or negotiating a multi-million dollar sale.

Estudiantes and Flamengo will face each other again on Thursday night (25), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata , for the second leg of the Conmebol Libertadores quarterfinals.

In the first game, held at Maracanã, the Rubro-Negro won 2-1 and arrives in Argentina with the advantage of being able to draw to secure a spot in the semifinals . The Argentines, however, need a win to take the decision to penalties or advance in normal time.

SEER PREDICTS A COMPLICATED CONFRONTATION

According to psychic Luis Filho, from the channel "Renascer das Cartas," the duel will likely be tough for Flamengo . He predicts Estudiantes will be superior in the first 20 minutes, supported by the strength of the home crowd.

However, the psychic believes that Filipe Luís 's team will be able to adapt throughout the match and improve its performance. He doesn't rule out a draw, but projects that Flamengo should qualify for the semifinals with a positive away result.

TENSE CLIMATE AND POSSIBLE ERRORS

Emotional tensions promise to be a determining factor in the match. According to the psychic, just like in the first leg, there's a chance of further refereeing errors , which could further inflame the atmosphere on the field.