Flamengo secured their fourth Copa Libertadores title in club history this afternoon by defeating Palmeiras 1-0 at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru. The undisputed hero of the match was former Real Madrid defender Danilo, whose powerful header accounted for the only goal of the contest.
The match started very defensively, with the game characterized by heavy physicality, frequent fouls, and very little offensive action on both sides. The entire first half unfolded this way, concluding scoreless without any clear scoring opportunities.
In the second half, Palmeiras appeared to take the initiative early, but it was ultimately Flamengo who struck first. Following a brilliant cross from Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Danilo connected perfectly with the header to score the first and only goal of the match.
With this triumph, Flamengo became the first Brazilian club to achieve four Copa Libertadores titles. They also secured the ticket to play in the Derby of the Americas against Cruz Azul, moving one step closer to competing for the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.