Match Overview
On a crisp September night at the iconic Maracanã, Lanús and Fluminense battled for a spot in the Copa Sudamericana semifinals. The Argentine side entered the second leg with a 1-0 advantage after winning the first game at home. Fans expected a tense showdown, and the stadium did not disappoint.
Fluminense opened the scoring in the 20th minute. Agustín Canobbio slipped the ball past the Lanús keeper, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. The early goal gave the Brazilian club hope of overturning the deficit. Lanús, though, stayed calm and kept pressing.
The deadlock was broken in the 67th minute when 20‑year‑old Dylan Aquino found space on the edge of the box and struck a low drive into the net. The equaliser silenced the Maracanã roar and pushed the tie to a 1-1 draw on the night, 2-1 on aggregate.
Key Moments and Controversy
Just when the action seemed settled, the atmosphere turned chaotic. A clash between Lanús supporters and local police caused a noticeable delay before the second half resumed. Despite the tension, both teams kept their focus.
Fluminense came close to forcing extra time when veteran striker Germán Cano headed a cross in the dying minutes. The ball clanged against the post, leaving a collective gasp in the stands. That near‑miss could have changed everything.
Coaches made several tactical tweaks. Fluminense’s manager introduced Everaldo, Hércules, Kennedy and Keno, each looking for a breakthrough. Lanús responded with fresh legs of their own, reinforcing the midfield and keeping the defensive shape tight.
Beyond the numbers, the match highlighted Lanús’s growing confidence on the continental stage. Their defensive discipline, especially after the equaliser, showed maturity beyond their years. For Fluminense, the exit is a bitter pill, but the team will now turn its attention to the Brazilian league and upcoming cup fixtures.
Looking ahead, Lanús will wait for the draw to learn who awaits them in the semifinals. The Argentine club’s journey continues, and fans are already dreaming of a possible final appearance in South America’s second‑tier tournament.