With goals from Samuel Xavier and John Kennedy in the epilogue of the match, Fluminense by Fernando Diniz defeated Argentinos Juniors 2-0 this Tuesday in Rio de Janeiro and qualified for the quarterfinals of the 2023 Copa Libertadores.
The defender (86) hung a right shot in the corner and the attacker (90+7), the great figure, overcame goalkeeper Miguel Acosta in a counterattack at the Maracanã stadium.
The Brazilians, who achieved a 1-1 draw in the first leg last week in Buenos Aires, suffered until the end to break through the defensive system proposed by Argentine coach Gabriel Milito.
The 'Flu' will face the winner of the series between Olimpia and Flamengo, who will face each other on Thursday in Asunción, in the quarterfinals.
The defending champion of the Libertadores has the advantage after winning 1-0 in Rio. If they advance, the next round will feature the famous 'Fla-Flu' derby.