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If Pedro's goal had already put Deportes Tolima against the ropes, Julian Quiñones' own goal practically resolved the tie in favor of Flamengo. The 3-0 on the overall scoreboard puts the Brazilians with one foot in the quarterfinals of the 2022 Copa Libertadores, as the Colombians are obliged to score four goals to make history at the Maracanã Stadium.
The defensive problems of the 'Vinotinto y Oro' continue to be a feast for the 'Fla', as Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Gabriel Barbosa, and Pedro have been having a party in the rival's field. Hernán Torres can't find the key to avoid the constant attacks from the hosts.
In the 2-0, 'Gabigol' easily entered Tolima's area and, after a strong shot, Julián Quiñones couldn't avoid touching the ball into his own net. It's only a matter of minutes until the classification of the home team is confirmed.
Flamengo vs. Tolima: match preview
The popular club from Rio de Janeiro only needs a draw to advance to the next round, after winning 1-0 in Colombian soil, and continue its path towards its third title in the main club tournament in America, after the ones in 1981 and 2019.
The qualification at home would be a welcome worthy of their possible new signing: Arturo Vidal, who at 35 years old will leave European football to wear the sacred mantle of 'Mengao', according to the Brazilian press.
Eleven years ago, Tolima became famous in Brazil. On February 2, 2011, the 'Pijaos' eliminated Corinthians with Ronaldo, Roberto Carlos, and Tite in the preliminary phase of the Libertadores. Hernán Torres was also their coach that night. Since then, as a mockery to the people from São Paulo, on February 2, fans of other Brazilian teams celebrate "Tolima Day". Will Flamengo be the new target of the jokes?
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