Fluminense take on Atletico Mineiro in an all-Brazilian tie in the first-leg of the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals at the Maracana.
Tournament holders Fluminense knocked out Gremio in the round of 16 on penalties, whilst Atletico Mineiro prevailed over Argentine side San Lorenzo to take their place in the last eight.
Both sides are struggling in the Brazilian top flight this season, with Fluminense currently flirting with the relegation zone in 17th and Atletico Mineiro mid-table in 10th.
The Copa Libertadores clash could therefore provide both teams with a welcome distraction from their league woes with a semi-finals place in South America's most prestigious club competition up for grabs.
Fluminense v Atletico Mineiro is available to watch live on bet365's Live Streaming Service.
Fluminense v Atletico Mineiro will kick off at 23:00 BST at the Maracana on Wednesday 18th September 2024.
Fluminense and Atletico Mineiro have met once in the Brazilian Serie A so far this season, with the former prevailing 2-0 away from home courtesy of goals from Jhon Arias and Kevin Serma.
In the past 10 matches between the two teams, Atletico Mineiro have come out on top on five occasions, there have been three draws and Fluminense have prevailed twice.
Fluminense enter this Copa Libertadores quarter-final tie having won the tournament for the first time in their history last year, whilst Atletico Mineiro are still yet to get their hands on the trophy.
Fluminense wins | 11 |
Draws | 14 |
Atletico Mineiro | 17 |
(H2H stats refer to matches in all competitions).