VIDEO | Libertadores 2024 Highlights: Flamengo vs Bolívar
Flamengo, whose spot in the round of 16 was at risk, came back to life this Wednesday in the Copa Libertadores by defeating Bolivar 4-0 at Maracaná Stadium. Bolivar continues to lead Group E but couldn't secure their advancement to the next phase early.
The Rio de Janeiro team, clearly dominant at Maracaná and opening the scoring in the first minute, triumphed with goals from Gerson, Ayrton Lucas, and Everton Cebolinha in the first half, followed by Pedro's finisher in the second half.
Brazil's most popular club, a major player in the Libertadores in recent years, climbed to second place in the group standings, tied with Chile's Palestino at 7 points but with a better goal difference.
Bolivar, losing their unbeaten streak, remains the group leader with 10 points but hasn't secured a spot in the round of 16 yet. Colombian side Millonarios, already eliminated, remains at the bottom with 3 points.