Cruz Azul vs Flamengo LIVE: De Arrascaeta breaks the deadlock! (0-1) Derby of the Americas at FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025

Gonzalo Piovi brings down Jorge Carrascal in midfield and looks visibly frustrated after the whistle. Cruz Azul need him fully focused — any lapse could lead to further trouble against a confident Flamengo side.

Cruz Azul push forward looking for the equalizer. Carlos Rotondi fires another left-footed attempt, this time from outside the box, narrowly missing the post after being set up by Carlos Rodriguez.

A costly mistake at the back from Cruz Azul gifts Flamengo the opener. Gonzalo Piovi misplays a pass inside his own box, sending the ball straight to Giorgian De Arrascaeta, who calmly finishes to give the Brazilian side the early lead.

Carlos Rotondi gets a left-footed shot off from the left side of the box after Cruz Azul build the play patiently from their own half, but his effort lacks precision and misses the target.

Carlos Rotondi is brought down by Erick Pulgar in attacking territory, giving Cruz Azul a promising free-kick opportunity. However, the set piece is poorly delivered and Flamengo clear the danger without trouble.

Both teams take their time in the opening minutes, studying each other without taking major risks. Cruz Azul hold slightly more possession, but Flamengo apply strong pressure high up the field to limit any build-up.

The ball is rolling at Al Rayyan Stadium as Cruz Azul and Flamengo begin their battle in the Derby of the Americas at the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025.

Both teams have stepped onto the pitch as the atmosphere builds inside Al Rayyan Stadium. Cruz Azul and Flamengo line up for the national anthems with the kickoff moments away.

Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, popularly known as Al Rayyan Stadium, hosts this Intercontinental Cup matchup. Located in the district of Rawdat Al Jahhaniya in Qatar, about nine kilometers northwest of the center of Al Rayyan, it is primarily used for soccer and is home to Al Rayyan Sports Club. The venue has a capacity of 45,032.

Cruz Azul have confirmed their starting XI for the matchup against Flamengo:
Andres Gudino; Willer Ditta, Erik Lira, Carlos Sanchez; Angel Marquez, Carlos Rodriguez, Carlos Rotondi, Jose Paradela, Nacho Rivero; Gabriel Fernandez, Gonzalo Piovi

Here's Flamengo's confirmed lineup for the 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup match against Cruz Azul!

• Referee: Glenn Nyberg (SWE)
• Assistant Referee 1: Mahbod Beigi (SWE)
• Assistant Referee 2: Andreas Soderkvist (SWE)
• Fourth Official: Espen Eskas (NOR)
• Reserve AR: Jan Engan (NOR)
• VAR: Fedayi San (SUI)
• AVAR: Jarred Gillett (ENG)

Cruz Azul vs Flamengo will get underway at 12:00 PM ET (PT: 9:00 AM)

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Welcome to our live blog of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup matchup!

Cruz Azul face Flamengo today with international prestige at stake and a path toward the final on the line. Flamengo arrive as recent champions of both the Copa Libertadores and Serie A, while Cruz Azul look to make a strong statement as the reigning Concacaf champions.

Stay with us for key information, fun facts, and minute-by-minute updates as Cruz Azul and Flamengo battle for a place in the next stage of the tournament!