Flamengo v Estudiantes Tips, Predictions and Bet Builder – Copa Libertadores

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Flamengo v Estudiantes Tips, Predictions and Bet Builder

21 May – 01:30 | Copa Libertadores | Maracanã


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CR Flamengo sit top of Group A on seven points and know that victory at the Maracanã would put them in firm control of qualification for the knockout stages.

The Brazilian giants have won two and drawn one of their four Libertadores fixtures so far, including a 1-1 draw away at Estudiantes de La Plata earlier in the group stage. With just one point separating the sides, this clash carries huge significance in the race for top spot.

Domestically, Flamengo are second in the Brasileirão on 31 points but have hit a patch of inconsistency, winning just once in their last five matches in all competitions. A recent 1-1 draw with Athletico-PR highlighted defensive frailties, though Pedro once again delivered with a late equaliser.

Pedro remains Flamengo’s talisman. The striker has nine league goals this season and 17 across 2026, averaging 0.55 goals per game — an elite return that makes him the key figure once more at the Maracanã.

Estudiantes arrive after domestic disappointment. Having led their group in the Argentine Torneo Apertura, they were knocked out in the play-offs by Racing courtesy of a late header. That defeat may dent confidence heading into one of the most hostile atmospheres in South American football.

In Libertadores action, however, Estudiantes have been competitive, collecting six points from four games and remaining firmly in contention. Their disciplined structure and defensive organisation will be tested severely against Flamengo’s attacking depth.

Recent head-to-head meetings favour Flamengo, who won both clashes in the 2025 edition and avoided defeat in La Plata earlier this season.

With qualification momentum on the line, expect intensity and tactical caution early on before the game opens up.

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Team News and Predicted Line-Ups

Flamengo Team News

Arrascaeta, Plata and Erick Pulgar remain sidelined. Otherwise, Flamengo are near full strength.

Pedro leads the line, supported by Lucas Paquetá and Samuel Lino.

Flamengo predicted XI:
Rossi; Varela (Danilo), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, Jorginho; Carrascal, Lucas Paquetá, Samuel Lino; Pedro


Estudiantes Team News

Joaquín Burgos remains absent, while Arzamendia continues his recovery from a cruciate ligament injury.

Estudiantes predicted XI:
Muslera; Meza, González Pírez, Tomás Palacios, Benedetti; Piovi, Neves, Amondarain, Tiago Palacios; Cetré; Carrillo

Flamengo v Estudiantes Prediction

Flamengo’s attacking edge and home support may prove decisive in a competitive contest.

Prediction: Flamengo 2-1 Estudiantes

Flamengo v Estudiantes Betting Tips

TipMan Bet Builder

Flamengo Win

Both Teams To Score

Under 4.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Cards

Pedro 1+Shots On Target

🔥 Estimated Odds: ~ 12.00+ (dependent on bookmaker)

Conclusion

Flamengo aim to assert control of Group A, while Estudiantes look to frustrate and counter.

Expect a passionate atmosphere, physical duels and moments of quality — with the hosts marginal favourites to edge it at the Maracanã.

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