Copa Libertadores
Flamengo advances to Copa Libertadores final after beating Racing
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In a tense return leg semifinal of the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo defeated Racing at the Presidente Perón Stadium in Avellaneda, securing their spot as the tournament's first finalist. The match, highlighted by a spectacular welcome from Academy fans, sparked hundreds of memes and reactions on social media. Racing aimed to overturn the 0-1 first-leg loss but failed to achieve the required result to advance for the first time since 1967.
Uncertainty in River over Gonzalo Montiel's injury ahead of Gimnasia match
Gonzalo Montiel, a world champion with Argentina, could miss River Plate's match against Gimnasia due to a knee injury. The defender will be assessed during Friday's practice to determine his availability for the weekend fixture in the Torneo Clausura. The game is crucial for the team's prospects of qualifying for the 2026 Copa Libertadores.
Boca juniors defeats barracas central 3-1 in key match
Boca Juniors came back from 0-1 down to defeat Barracas Central 3-1 in a postponed Torneo Clausura match. Goals from Milton Giménez, with a brace, and Miguel Merentiel secured the win at Estadio Claudio Tapia. The victory places the Xeneize second in the annual table, nearing qualification for the 2026 Copa Libertadores.