Palmeiras and Fluminense prepare to clash in the decisive second leg of the 2026 Copa Libertadores semifinals, with a coveted spot in the continental showpiece on the line.
Armed with a 2-1 advantage from their first-leg triumph at the Maracanã, Abel Ferreira's Palmeiras require just a draw on home soil to punch their ticket to the final for the second consecutive year. The São Paulo powerhouse enters the fixture in formidable form, having suffered only a single defeat across their last 14 outings while remaining unbeaten at home for three consecutive months.
Fluminense, meanwhile, are fighting to reach the Libertadores final once again, three years after lifting their maiden continental crown. The Rio de Janeiro outfit travels south under mounting pressure following three straight defeats, knowing that the Libertadores represents their final chance to secure silverware this season.
Head-to-Head and Key Statistics
All-time record: Across 107 historical encounters, Palmeiras hold the upper hand with 57 victories to Fluminense's 35, with 15 matches ending in a draw.
Palmeiras form: Abel Ferreira's squad comes into the second leg riding a four-match winning streak across all competitions.
Fluminense form: The visitors have struggled for consistency, dropping five of their last seven fixtures (W2).
Recent meetings in São Paulo: Palmeiras 2-1 Fluminense, Palmeiras 0-0 Fluminense, Palmeiras 0-1 Fluminense.
Match Details, Kickoff Time, and Where to Watch
Fixture: Palmeiras vs Fluminense (Copa Libertadores Semifinal, 2nd Leg)
Date: Wednesday, October 21
Kickoff Time: 7:30 EST (Eastern Time)
Venue: Nubank Parque, São Paulo
Where to watch: Viewers in the US can follow the action live on TV via beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Español, or streaming via fuboTV, beIN SPORTS Connect, and the bet365 streaming service.
Team News and Injury Updates
Both managers are monitoring key players ahead of kickoff:
Palmeiras: Forward Vitor Roque remains a major doubt.
Fluminense: Midfielder Martinelli is carrying a knock and will be evaluated before matchday.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Palmeiras (4-3-3): Weverton; Giay, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo, Piquerez; Marlon Freitas, Richard Ríos, Raphael Veiga; Jhon Arias, Flaco López, Mauricio. Manager: Abel Ferreira.
Fluminense (4-3-3): Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Thiago Silva, Thiago Santos, Diogo Barbosa (or Marcelo); Facundo Bernal, Nonato (or Lima), Ganso; Jhon Arias, Germán Cano, Keno (or Serna). Manager: Marcão.
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