Fluminense advances to Copa Libertadores semifinals after 2-1 loss at Platense
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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Fluminense moved to the Copa Libertadores semifinals despite a 2-1 defeat against Platense on September 15. The Brazilian side secured a 3-2 aggregate win, with goals from Guido Mainero and Bruno Sepúlveda leveling the tie at 2-2 before Agustín Canobbio scored for Fluminense. In the first leg, Fluminense had taken a 2-0 lead. This semifinal berth marks the third in Fluminense's history, following previous appearances in 2008 and 2023. Fluminense will face the winner of the match between Liga Deportiva de Quito and Palmeiras.
- •Fluminense lost 2-1 to Platense but advanced on aggregate 3-2.
- •Platense scored twice in the first half to equalize the aggregate score.
- •Agustín Canobbio's goal in the second half was decisive for Fluminense.
- •Fluminense previously led the tie with goals from Nonato and Hulk.
- •The Copa Libertadores final is scheduled for November 28.
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — There was trouble! Platense v Fluminense nearly ended in tragedy
- 1:26 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Fluminense become the first Copa Libertadores 2026 semi-finalists
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Fluminense into Copa Libertadores semifinals despite 2-1 loss at Platense
"Despite a 2–1 loss to Argentina’s Platense on Tuesday, Brazil’s Fluminense secured a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals with a 3–2 aggregate victory. First-half goals from Guido Mainero (30’) and Bruno Sepúlveda (45’) brought the home team level at 2–2 on aggregate, before Agustín Canobbio struck in the 57th minute to score the decisive goal for the Brazilians. Fluminense, the 2023 tournament champions, had taken control in the first leg at the Maracanã Stadium through goals from Nonato and Hulk.
"It was anything but easy.But Fluminense overcame yet another Argentine surprise team in the 2026 Copa Libertadores.And is among the four best teams in this edition.They now await LDU or Palmeiras in t...
"Platense fans did not take their Copa Libertadores elimination well at all and nearly caused a tragedy at Vicente López when Fluminense celebrated their place in the semifinals with their supporters....
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 1:52 AMThere was trouble! Platense v Fluminense nearly ended in tragedy
Platense fans did not take their Copa Libertadores elimination well at all and nearly caused a tragedy at Vicente López when Fluminense celebrated their place in the semifinals with their supporters....
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 1:26 AM🎥 Fluminense become the first Copa Libertadores 2026 semi-finalists
It was anything but easy.But Fluminense overcame yet another Argentine surprise team in the 2026 Copa Libertadores.And is among the four best teams in this edition.They now await LDU or Palmeiras in t...
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:04 AMFluminense into Copa Libertadores semifinals despite 2-1 loss at Platense
Despite a 2–1 loss to Argentina’s Platense on Tuesday, Brazil’s Fluminense secured a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals with a 3–2 aggregate victory. First-half goals from Guido Mainero (30’) and Bruno Sepúlveda (45’) brought the home team level at 2–2 on aggregate, before Agustín Canobbio struck in the 57th minute to score the decisive goal for the Brazilians. Fluminense, the 2023 tournament champions, had taken control in the first leg at the Maracanã Stadium through goals from Nonato and Hulk.
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