The quarterfinals of the 2026 Libertadores kick off this week with four Brazilian clubs among the competition’s top eight. Flamengo, Palmeiras, Fluminense, and Corinthians keep alive the dream of retaining the trophy in the country, whose clubs have claimed every title since 2019.

The eight qualifiers boast 14 Libertadores titles among them, distributed between Estudiantes (4), Flamengo (4), Palmeiras (3), Fluminense (1), LDU Quito (1), and Corinthians (1). In addition to the historical prestige, this week’s clashes also bring together teams with significant Sofascore averages and remarkable records in South American football.

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Fluminense vs Platense: Unprecedented Continental Clash

The opening leg of the quarterfinals kicks off this Tuesday (9/8), at 7pm, with Fluminense vs Platense at Maracanã. The Tricolor arrives at the clash after eliminating another Argentine team in the round of 16 (Independiente Rivadavia), carrying a Sofascore average rating of 6.95.

Platense, after knocking out Coquimbo Unido in the previous stage, has a 6.84 average. The Argentine side is having a historic campaign and hopes to continue surprising in South America’s top club competition.

Head-to-head and Last Match: This will be an unprecedented encounter in Conmebol competitions. Fluminense and Platense have never faced each other officially.

Estudiantes vs Corinthians: A Balanced Rivalry Renewed

On Wednesday (9/9), Estudiantes and Corinthians face off at 9:30pm (Brasília time), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in La Plata. Timão reaches this decisive stage with a Sofascore average rating of 6.91 in the current Libertadores and has stood out for defensive efficiency in knockout matches.

On the other side, Estudiantes posts an average of 7.04, buoyed by performances such as their 3-0 win over Universidad Católica in the round of 16.

Head-to-head: In two official matches, it’s been perfectly balanced, with one win for each team.

Last match: The teams met in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Copa Sudamericana. Estudiantes won 1-0 in regular time in La Plata, with Mauro Méndez netting in the first minute. Corinthians, however, prevailed 3-2 on penalties and advanced in the competition.

Flamengo vs Independiente del Valle: Continental Rivalry Renewed

On Thursday (9/10), at 9:30pm, Flamengo visits Independiente del Valle at Banco Guayaquil Stadium, in Quito. The Rubro-Negro, current Libertadores champions and holders of the highest Sofascore average in the tournament so far (7.12), arrive strong after eliminating Cruzeiro in the round of 16.

Del Valle, known for eliminating traditional teams and nicknamed the Ecuadorian “giant slayer,” holds a 6.98 average.

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Head-to-head: Six official matches have been played, with three Flamengo wins, one draw, and two triumphs for Independiente del Valle.

Last match: Their most recent meeting came in the second leg of the 2023 Recopa Sudamericana, at Maracanã. Flamengo won 1-0 in regular time, with a dramatic stoppage-time goal by Arrascaeta, but Del Valle claimed the title after winning the penalty shootout 5-4.

Palmeiras vs LDU Quito: Rematch of the 2025 Semifinal

Also on Wednesday (9/9), at 7pm, Palmeiras hosts LDU Quito at Nubank Parque. Verdão posts a 7.08 Sofascore average, buoyed by tactical solidity and crucial away results, such as their win over Cerro Porteño in Paraguay in the round of 16. LDU, meanwhile, have a 6.89 average.

Head-to-head: Six official matches in Libertadores history, with three Palmeiras victories, one draw and two wins for LDU.

Last match: The duel revisits the 2025 Libertadores semifinal clash. After losing the first leg 3-0 in Quito, Palmeiras bounced back in São Paulo with a historic 4-0 rout, earning a place in the final.

The return legs are scheduled for the following week, between September 15 and 17. The four winners advance to the semifinals and remain in the fight for the Eternal Glory.

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