Platense vs Fluminense Highlights & Replay

High-stakes drama in the CONMEBOL Libertadores

Expectations were sky-high as Platense and Fluminense faced off in a critical CONMEBOL Libertadores fixture held on September 16, 2026. Both sides entered the match with clear ambitions, setting the stage for an encounter defined by physical intensity and tactical maneuvering.

An end-to-end first half

Early nerves were evident as both teams committed to aggressive challenges, leading to yellow cards for Ignacio Vazquez and Julian Millan within the first 13 minutes. Platense drew first blood in the 30th minute through Guido Mainero, who clinically finished his chance. The visitors from Fluminense refused to back down, however, finding a crucial equalizer in the 45+2' minute after a well-constructed play assisted by Guido Mainero to send the game into the break level.

Second half decisive moments

The momentum shifted in the second half as both sides fought for control. The definitive turning point arrived in the 57th minute when Hulk teed up Agustin Canobbio, who coolly slotted the ball home to give Fluminense the lead. The closing stages were marked by a flurry of bookings, with Agustin Lagos, Ganso, and Juan Gauto all entering the referee's notebook. Despite late pressure and several tactical substitutions, Fluminense stood firm to secure a hard-fought victory.