One less potential opponent for Paris Saint-Germain. This Wednesday, the Intercontinental Cup opened with the quarter-final between the Mexicans of Cruz Azul and the Brazilians of Flamengo. An ultra-contested match which ended with the victory of the seconds thanks to a double from Giorgian de Arrascaeta (1-2).
It must be said that the Rio de Janeiro club can count on some high-class players. Former Chelsea midfielder Jorginho and ex-Atlético Madrid winger Samuel Lino were notably present at the kick-off. Alex Sandro, who played for Juventus, also started. On the bench, we noted the presence of Emerson Royal, Danilo and Saúl Niguez.
Despite the armada, Flamengo struggled to gain the upper hand over Cruz Azul, who equalized just before half-time. The Mexicans will undoubtedly regret Pioyi’s terrible recovery which allowed the Brazilians to open the score. After De Arrascaeta’s second goal, they no longer knew how to react.
On Saturday, Flamengo will face Egyptian club Pyramids FC in the semi-final of this competition. The winner will have the opportunity to challenge Paris Saint-Germain in the final next Wednesday, December 17, at 6 p.m. (French time). The meeting will be broadcast on BeIN Sports and M 6.
