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The dispute over the South American Cup 2026 with a 1-0 defeat to Club Atlético Lanúson Thursday night (19). The clash, valid for the first leg of the continental decision, was played at La Fortaleza Stadium, in Buenos Aires, and left Rubro-Negro at a disadvantage in the fight for the title.
The only goal of the match was scored by Rodrigo Castillowho took advantage of an offensive move by Lanús in the second half to decide the match and put the Argentine team ahead on the aggregate score.
Rubro-Negro was beaten 1-0 by Lanús in the first game of the Recopa. Flamengo will have to win by two goals in the return game/ Photo: Reproduction
The game was marked by a Flamengo team struggling to create clear chances in attack, while the home team knew how to take advantage of the strength of the field control and proved to be more incisive in decisive moments of the match.
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With the result, Flamengo needs to win in the return game, which is scheduled for next Thursday at Maracanã Stadiumwith two goals difference to win the title. If they win 1-0 in normal time, the decision will go to penalties. Meanwhile, a draw favors Lanús in winning the trophy.
Rubro-Negro was beaten 1-0 by Lanús in the first game of the Recopa. Flamengo will have to win by two goals in the return game/ Photo: Reproduction
After the match, defender Léo Ortiz highlighted that the team needs a more effective performance on the homecoming leg to reverse the opponent’s advantage.
The defeat also frustrated part of the fans, who criticized the team’s performance and performance in a decisive game away from home.
