Flamengo defeated Racing (2-1) and is one step away from qualifying for the round of 16 in the Copa Libertadores.

Full-back Wesley and substitute midfielder Víctor Hugo scored for Flamengo, who now have eight points. Paraguayan Matías Rojas scored a consolation goal for Racing, who currently sit in first place with ten points.

In the other match of the fifth round in Group A, played on Wednesday, Aucas drew 0-0 against Chilean side Ñublense in Quito.