Students from La Plata secured a 1-0 victory over Cerro Porteño as guests in the Copa Libertadores
In the ongoing Copa Libertadores 2025, the standings table shows that both River Plate and Flamengo have played 13 matches each. This season marks the first meeting between these two powerhouses in the tournament, and their recent encounter ended in a 2-2 draw.
River Plate's goals were scored by Julian Alvarez and Enzo Fernandez, while Gabriel Barbosa and Everton Ribeiro found the back of the net for Flamengo. The match, played as a home game for River Plate, was marked by intense competition and close calls.
Meanwhile, Students of La Plata have been making waves in the tournament. In round 13, they secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Cerro Porteño. The winning goal was scored by Santiago Ascacíbar in the 98th minute, ensuring a vital three points for the Argentine team.
The next round of the Copa Libertadores will see Students of La Plata face Cerro Porteño once more. The date for this match has yet to be announced, but for the upcoming encounter between River Plate and Flamengo, River Plate will be the home team on a date to be confirmed.
As for Cerro Porteño's upcoming matches, the current information suggests they may not have advanced to the knockout stages of the tournament. The Copa Libertadores 2025 knockout stages started on August 12, and the quarter-finals are scheduled for mid-to-late September. Students of La Plata, on the other hand, are set to face Flamengo in the quarter-finals, with the first leg scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 20:00.
For more precise details on Cerro Porteño’s current status, checking recent match reports or the official CONMEBOL website might be required. The semi-finals are scheduled for October, with the final set to take place on November 29, 2025. The Copa Libertadores continues to deliver exciting matches and close competition, with both River Plate and Students of La Plata looking strong in their respective matches.
