GOLAZONEWSFlamengo lead Brasileirão while pursuing Libertadores legal challenge
- Flamengo secured a 3-2 victory over Atlético Mineiro in league play.
- The club is legally challenging their elimination from the Libertadores.
- CAS documents confirm the ruling regarding Marcos Rojo's eligibility.
Flamengo defeated Atlético Mineiro 3-2 in a recent Brasileirão match, with a penalty in the 90+9th minute securing the win. This result allows Leonardo Jardim's side to maintain their position at the top of the league table.
Simultaneously, Flamengo is pursuing a legal challenge regarding their elimination from the 2026 Copa Libertadores. The club is seeking to reverse the result, although, according to ge, there is skepticism regarding the potential success of this appeal.
The dispute centers on the eligibility of Estudiantes defender Marcos Rojo. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) issued a document, signed by Antonio de Quesada, which authorized the player to take the field. While Flamengo remains hopeful for a reversal, Estudiantes maintains that they do not fear losing their spot in the final against Palmeiras.