On August 23rd at 8:30 AM, Bolívar, a Bolivian team, will host Flamengo in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 at the Hernando Siles Stadium in La Paz. In the first leg, Bolívar lost 0-2 away from home.
Bolívar’s home ground in the high altitude is known as the “Highest Major Stadium in the World.” With their home stadium situated over 3500 meters above sea level, Bolívar boasts an impressive record. They have won 18 and drawn 5 in their last 23 home games, remaining unbeaten. In the Copa Libertadores over the past year and a half, they have won 7 and drawn 1 in their 8 home matches, with their only defeat being a 0-1 loss to Internacional. Their home advantage is evident.
Bolívar’s recent form has been mediocre. After their Libertadores defeat, they drew against a weaker opponent in the league. However, this could be attributed to their extensive rotation of players to prepare for the decisive Libertadores match.
Flamengo have also been struggling lately, with a record of 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The Brazilian club have suffered three consecutive defeats in their last three away games, losing to São Paulo, Palmeiras (cup competition), and Botafogo. Focusing solely on Copa Libertadores matches, Flamengo have a record of 3 draws and 3 losses in their last 6 away games in the tournament over the past year and a half, without a single win.
In terms of head-to-head records, the two teams have met 5 times in the last 10 years, with each team winning 2 matches and drawing 1. In the 2 matches played at Bolívar’s home ground, Flamengo have lost both, with scores of 0-1 and 1-2.
In terms of personnel, Bolívar has a relatively complete squad. Flamengo, on the other hand, will be missing strikers Barbosa and Pedro-Guilherme, winger Everton, and defender Vina due to injury. Pedro-Guilherme has been a key player for the team this season, scoring 29 goals and providing 8 assists in 42 appearances across all competitions, making him their top scorer.
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