How to Watch Flamengo vs. Estudiantes: Copa Libertadores Semifinal Live on beIN SPORTS
Flamengo and Estudiantes de La Plata meet in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 8:20 PM ET at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, with the series tied 0-0 after the first leg, beinsports.com reported.
The Road to the Maracanã Decider
The semifinal series remains completely open following a scoreless draw in La Plata. Neither side managed to break the deadlock in the opening match, leaving the entire battle for a place in the November 28 final in Montevideo to the 90 minutes in Rio de Janeiro, according to sportingnews.com.
The winner of this tie will face Palmeiras in the final.
Squad Boosts and Tactical Adjustments for Estudiantes
Estudiantes travels to Brazil with crucial roster reinforcements. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled in favor of the Argentine club, officially clearing defender Marcos Rojo to play after a registration dispute prevented him from appearing in the first leg, sportingnews.com reported. Head coach Alexander Medina also regains suspended defenders Tomás Palacios and Leandro González Pírez.
Flamengo Enters Confident as Brasileirão Leaders
Flamengo arrives at the decisive fixture riding a strong run of form. The club defeated Bahia 3-0 on October 18, maintaining their position at the top of the Brazilian championship standings with seven rounds remaining, beinsports.com reported. Jorginho converted a penalty in that match, joined on the scoresheet by Gonzalo Plata and Lucas Paquetá.
Guided by Portuguese manager Leonardo Jardim, the team prioritizes the continental tournament as they pursue their fifth Copa Libertadores title. Sportingnews.com reported that Flamengo previously lifted the trophy in 1981, 2019, 2022, and 2025. The squad features notable international and domestic talent, including goalkeeper Agustín Rossi, Bruno Henrique, Pedro, and Jorge Carrascal, though they must manage notable absences such as Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Danilo.
Streaming Services and Officials for the Match
Viewers in the United States can watch the match live in English and Spanish streams. The broadcast is available on beinsports.com, while sportingnews.com noted that viewers can access the network via streaming services offering free trials for new users, such as Fubo. In South America, the match airs on platforms including Disney+, Telefé, and FOX Sports.
Match officials for the fixture include Uruguayan referee Gustavo Tejera, with his compatriot Antonio García operating the VAR booth, beinsports.com reported.