Latin America Sports Daily for Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Copa Libertadores round-of-16 first legs continue with Cruzeiro vs Flamengo, Palmeiras vs Cerro Porteño and Platense vs Coquimbo Unido on 12 August 2026. The post Latin America Sports Daily for Wednesday, August 12, 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times .
Cruzeiro faces Flamengo in the first leg of a pivotal Copa Libertadores round-of-16 clash tonight at the Estádio Mineirão. The all-Brazilian showdown pits the reigning Série A champions against the 2019 continental kings, creating a heavyweight match-up. Flamengo aims to capitalize on their firepower and secure an away goal to turn the tie.
Cruzeiro, rebuilt and confident under their current project, sees this opportunity as a chance to measure themselves against the continent's elite. The second leg in Rio de Janeiro next week will be critical for the Cariocas, as a strong start at home is non-negotiable.
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