Flamengo Beat Estudiantes 2–1 in Copa Libertadores with Goals from Pedro and Gerson

Flamengo secured a 2–1 win over Estudiantes in their latest Copa Libertadores fixture at the Maracanã. The Brazilian side took control early when Pedro converted a well-timed pass from Giorgian De Arrascaeta after 12 minutes.

Estudiantes responded before the break, as Mauro Méndez headed in from a corner to level the score. The second half saw Flamengo dominate possession and press higher up the pitch, restricting the visitors to counterattacks and set pieces.

The decisive moment arrived in the 78th minute when Gerson struck from distance, restoring Flamengo’s lead. Despite some late pressure from Estudiantes, the hosts held on to secure the points.

Overall, Flamengo’s pressing disrupted Estudiantes’ build-up play, while the Argentine side looked to exploit set pieces and fast breaks.

Key Moments:

• 12’ – Pedro opens the scoring after linking with De Arrascaeta
• 39’ – Méndez equalises with a header from a corner
• 78’ – Gerson restores Flamengo’s advantage with a long-range effort

Kursiv also reports that a severe unrest broke out in the stands of the Libertadores de América stadium in Avellaneda during the Copa Sudamericana round of 16 match between Independiente and Universidad de Chile.