Find out where to watch the clash between Flamengo and Independiente del Valle in the Libertadores.
Flamengo takes the field this Thursday (10), at 9:30 PM (Brasília Time), for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals against Independiente del Valle.
The match will be held at the Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa in Quito, Ecuador. Contrary to what many fans might expect, Rede Globo will not be broadcasting the game.
To follow this decisive match, Rubro-Negro supporters have two official options: ESPN on cable TV and the streaming service Disney+. The Coluna do Fla team will be present in Ecuador with full on-site coverage, providing readers with all the details, behind-the-scenes insights, and key moments directly from Quito.
The second leg is scheduled for September 17th at the Maracanã.
Head-to-Head and Preparation
Historically, Flamengo and Independiente del Valle have faced each other six times, with a slight advantage for the Rio side, which has recorded three victories to the Ecuadorian club’s two.
The Rubro-Negro comes into the match in good form, having scored in seven consecutive away games and suffering only one defeat in their last 13 matches across all competitions. However, the altitude of Quito is a factor that historically poses extra difficulties for visiting teams.
The Road to the Semifinals
The match in Quito is a battle for a spot in the Libertadores semifinals. The winner of this head-to-head will face whoever advances between Corinthians and Estudiantes.
Therefore, every detail and every goal scored on Ecuadorian soil carries crucial weight in the fight for qualification. Seeking a positive result away from home is essential for Flamengo to head into the decisive second leg in Rio de Janeiro with more confidence.
