CONMEBOL Libertadores Semifinals: Who Will Shine?

So, folks! Only four teams are left in the race for the Libertadores: Palmeiras, Fluminense, Flamengo, and Estudiantes. And let’s be honest—the chance of a new showdown between Verdão and Mengão is clearer than a sunny day, right?

The Favorites Meter: Who Has the Edge?

Let’s take a look at the favorites meter:

Palmeiras vs. Fluminense

Palmeiras 70% - Fluminense 30%

Palmeiras, my people, had to grind it out against LDU and went to penalties to secure their spot. But you can’t forget the competence of Abel Ferreira’s team when it comes to head-to-head matchups.

On the other side, we have Fluminense. The Tricolor also managed to scrape through in Argentina, even with the solid advantage of 2 to 0 they built at the Maracanã. And look—we can’t forget that not too long ago, Fluminense’s phase wasn’t the best.

So it’s a classic—anything can happen! But if I had to bet, I’d put my money on Palmeiras.

Flamengo vs. Estudiantes

Flamengo 80% - Estudiantes 20%

Now, when it comes to Flamengo, the situation is similar: they had more trouble than we expected at the Maracanã, even after opening 2 to 0 in Ecuador. But, honestly, the technical gap compared to Estudiantes is glaring.

And let’s be fair: the Argentinians have their value, since they eliminated Corinthians with a very solid performance at Itaquera. But facing Flamengo is another level. I’d find it easier to bet on Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro sharing a stage than on the limited Estudiantes managing to dispatch the Rubro-Negro.

So What Now?

That said, what’s becoming clearest today is that the final between Palmeiras and Flamengo is increasingly likely. And you, my fellow internet friend—what do you think of our favorites meter?

Post your thoughts in the comments!