Qatar is hosting another major football spectacle as Mexico’s Cruz Azul clashes with Brazil’s Flamengo in the FIFA Derby of the Americas Cup at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, a showdown brimming with Latin football flair.
Stay tuned, The Peninsula will bring you full coverage, including fan reactions, match highlights, and live updates throughout this highly anticipated encounter.
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HALF-TIME!
Cruz Azul 1-1 CR Flamengo
GOAAAAAAL! CRUZ AZUL EQUALISES!
Jorge Sánchez levels the score with a precise low strike tucked inside the goalkeeper’s right post, bringing it to 1–1 just before halftime. A huge moment for the Mexican side!
40' The first half is nearing its end, with Flamengo holding on to their 1–0 lead. The Brazilians are managing the tempo well as Cruz Azul continues searching for a breakthrough
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28’ The Mexican side is pushing hard in search of an equaliser, applying sustained pressure in Flamengo’s half. But the Brazilians remain threatening on the break, with their counterattacks looking increasingly dangerous.
19' Attempt at Goal
Carlos ROTONDI (Cruz Azul) attempts an effort on goal.
15'GOAAAAAAAAAAAL!
Giorgian De Arrascaeta breaks the deadlock with a brilliant finish, slipping past the goalkeeper to put the Brazilians 1–0 ahead. A composed strike that gives Flamengo the early advantage.#Flamengo #CruzAzul #Brazil #Mexico #FIFA
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Giorgian De Arrascaeta breaks the deadlock with a brilliant finish, slipping past the goalkeeper to put the Brazilians 1–0 ahead. A composed strike that gives Flamengo the early advantage.
10’ The match remains level as both sides battle for control. Play is concentrated in the midfield, with intense physical duels defining the early minutes between Cruz Azul and Flamengo.
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