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Copa Libertadores
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Round 2
Fluminense
Home
⚽ G. Arana 10'
1 : 2
FT
HT 1 – 1
Independiente Rivadavia
Away
⚽ F. Sartori 37' ⚽ A. Arce 51'
Jhon Alexander Ospina Londono
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📍 Match Details
Competition Copa Libertadores
Stage Round 2
Date Thu 16 Apr 2026, 01:30
Result 1 – 2 (HT 1–1)
🟨 Referee
Jhon Alexander Ospina Londono
Colombia
Ball Possession
71%Fluminense — Independie29%
🎯 Shots
21
Total Shots
7
9
Shots on Target
4
🟨 Discipline
9
Fouls
11
11
Free Kicks
9
1
Yellow Cards
4
🧤 Goalkeeping
10
Goal Kicks
15
15
Throw-ins
20
D
FORM
W
Fluminense 4-2-3-1
vs
3-4-3 Independiente
1
Fábio
23
Guga
3
Jemmes
22
Freytes
6
Rene
35
Hércules
8
Martinelli
17
Canobbio
11
Savarino
90
Serna
9
Kennedy
30
Bolcato
2
Costa
42
Studer
40
Villalba
36
Bonifacio
10
Fernández
25
Florentín
14
Gómez
22
Villa
9
Arce
43
Sartori
Fluminense Independie ⚽=Goal ▮=Yel ▮=Red ↑=Sub on 📈 Real Pos
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⚖ Referee
Jhon Alexander Ospina Londono Colombia
⏱ ET — EXTRA TIME HALF TIME
90'
🏁
🏁 Full Time
The final whistle has been blown. xG: Fluminense 2.11 – 0.00 Independiente Rivadavia. Possession: Fluminense 71% – 29% Independiente Rivadavia · Shots: 21 – 7 · On Target: 9 – 4 · Corners: 1 – 1 · Fouls: 9 – 11 · Yellow Cards: 1 – 4 · Throw-ins: 15 – 20 · Free Kicks: 11 – 9.
89'
Yellow Card — N. Bolcato
N. Bolcato brings his man down cynically and picks up a booking in the 89'. A costly booking this deep into the match.
87'
Substitution — Independiente Rivadavia
F. Sartori is part of a change for Independiente Rivadavia at 87'. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
84'
Yellow Card — W. Natã
W. Natã gets the man but not the ball — the referee awards the free kick and picks up a booking in the 84'. A costly booking this deep into the match.
81'
Substitution — Fluminense
A. Canobbio is part of a change for Fluminense at 81'. Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
81'
Substitution — Independiente Rivadavia
A. Arce is part of a change for Independiente Rivadavia at 81'. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
81'
Substitution — Independiente Rivadavia
M. Fernández is part of a change for Independiente Rivadavia at 81'. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
77'
Substitution — Fluminense
Ignácio is part of a change for Fluminense at 77'. Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
75'
💬
Match Pulse — 75'
Shot count: Fluminense 21 (on target: 9) vs Independiente Rivadavia 7 (on target: 4). A feisty contest — 20 fouls in total, Fluminense 9 vs Independiente Rivadavia 11.
74'
Substitution — Independiente Rivadavia
L. Gómez is part of a change for Independiente Rivadavia at 74'. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
74'
Substitution — Independiente Rivadavia
E. Bonifacio is part of a change for Independiente Rivadavia at 74'. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
70'
💬
Momentum Shift — 65'–80'
A notable shift in the balance of play: Fluminense are now piling on the pressure with relentless intensity, with the momentum graph showing a swing of 29.20 in this window.
68'
Yellow Card — F. Sartori
F. Sartori mistimes the challenge and fouls his opponent and picks up a booking in the 68'. Independiente Rivadavia now have 3 yellow cards — dangerously close to further punishment.
68'
💬
Shot Quality Analysis
Fluminense are testing the goalkeeper from all angles — cumulative xG of 2.11 vs 0.00. The quality of their chances is telling.
66'
Substitution — Fluminense
Ganso is part of a change for Fluminense at 66'. Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
66'
Substitution — Fluminense
S. Xavier is part of a change for Fluminense at 66'. Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
60'
💬
Match Pulse — 60'
Shot count: Fluminense 21 (on target: 9) vs Independiente Rivadavia 7 (on target: 4). Fluminense are bossing the midfield with real authority right now — the momentum data backs up the eye test.
55'
💬
Momentum Shift — 50'–65'
A notable shift in the balance of play: Fluminense are now dominating the territorial battle, with the momentum graph showing a swing of 17.33 in this window.
52'
💬
Average Positions — Real-Time Shape
Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape. Both teams are operating in a similar shape — this is an evenly-contested battle.
51'
GOAL! A. Arce — The Lead!
What a moment! A. Arce drives it in from close range in the 51' to make it 1–2. Great assist from S. Villa. Independiente Rivadavia lead 1–2.
46'
Substitution — Fluminense
Hércules is part of a change for Fluminense at 46'. Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape based on spatial data.
⏸ HALF TIME
45'
💬
First Half Summary
Shot count: Fluminense 21 (on target: 9) vs Independiente Rivadavia 7 (on target: 4). A feisty contest — 20 fouls in total, Fluminense 9 vs Independiente Rivadavia 11.
45'
⏸ Half Time
The referee brings the first half to a close. Possession: Fluminense 71% – 29% Independiente Rivadavia · Shots: 21 – 7 · On Target: 9 – 4 · Corners: 1 – 1 · Fouls: 9 – 11 · Yellow Cards: 1 – 4.
40'
💬
xG Snapshot
Expected goals from the shotmap: Fluminense 2.11 – 0.00 Independiente Rivadavia. The xG gap tells its own story of how this game is developing.
37'
GOAL! F. Sartori — Level!
Sensational! F. Sartori heads powerfully into the net in the 37' to make it 1–1. Great assist from L. Costa. The scores are level at 1–1.
33'
Yellow Card — E. Bonifacio
E. Bonifacio mistimes the challenge and fouls his opponent and picks up a booking in the 33'. E. Bonifacio will need to manage his game carefully from here.
30'
💬
Match Pulse — 30'
Shot count: Fluminense 21 (on target: 9) vs Independiente Rivadavia 7 (on target: 4). A feisty contest — 20 fouls in total, Fluminense 9 vs Independiente Rivadavia 11.
30'
💬
Momentum Shift — 25'–35'
A notable shift in the balance of play: Fluminense are now piling on the pressure with relentless intensity, with the momentum graph showing a swing of 4.40 in this window.
17'
Yellow Card — M. Fernández
M. Fernández tugs the shirt and the referee spots it immediately and picks up a booking in the 17'. M. Fernández will need to manage his game carefully from here.
15'
💬
Match Pulse — 15'
Shot count: Fluminense 21 (on target: 9) vs Independiente Rivadavia 7 (on target: 4). A feisty contest — 20 fouls in total, Fluminense 9 vs Independiente Rivadavia 11.
15'
💬
Momentum Shift — 10'–20'
A notable shift in the balance of play: Fluminense are now dominating the territorial battle, with the momentum graph showing a swing of 20.40 in this window.
10'
GOAL! G. Arana — The Lead!
That's a beauty! G. Arana slots the ball past the keeper in the 10' to make it 1–0. Great assist from J. Savarino. Fluminense lead 1–0.
Kick Off — Fluminense vs Independiente Rivadavia
The referee blows his whistle and we are underway! Fluminense are operating in a compact mid-block shape. Independiente Rivadavia are operating in a compact mid-block shape. early possession split: Fluminense 71% – 29% Independiente Rivadavia.
Fluminense
MIN
Independie
G. Arana Assist: J. Savarino Goal
10'
R. Castillo Pass
A. Canobbio Pass
R. Castillo Pass
Hércules Pass
J. Savarino ASSIST
G. Arana GOAL
17'
M. Fernández Yellow Card
33'
E. Bonifacio Yellow Card
37'
Assist: L. Costa F. Sartori Goal
L. Costa ASSIST
F. Sartori GOAL
⏸ Half Time
Substitution
46'
51'
Assist: S. Villa A. Arce Goal
M. Fernández Save
S. Villa ASSIST
A. Arce GOAL
Substitution
66'
S. Xavier
Substitution
66'
68'
F. Sartori Yellow Card
74'
L. Gómez
Substitution
74'
E. Bonifacio
Substitution
Substitution
77'
A. Canobbio
Substitution
81'
81'
A. Arce
Substitution
81'
M. Fernández
Substitution
W. Natã Yellow Card
84'
87'
F. Sartori
Substitution
89'
N. Bolcato Yellow Card
Win Probability CatBoost ML
3231%
Fluminens
2680%
Draw
4089%
Independi
Expected Goals (xG)
1.17
Fluminense
xG
exp.
1.35
Independie
Most Likely Score
🎯 1-1
Markets
Over 1.5 2305%
Over 2.5 2034%
Over 3.5 1380%
BTTS 1645%
Confidence
4089%
Fluminense 6 players
#
Player
Rtg
F
G · 90'
93% pass
6.9
G
D · 24'
65% pass
6.9
H
M · 45'
87% pass
6.7
JK
F · 13'
xG 0.02 1 shot 100% pass
6.5
J
D
R
D
Independiente Rivadavia 40 players
#
Player
Rtg
GA
D · 90'
⚽ 1G xG 0.15 2 shots 88% pass
7.3
NB
G · 90'
39% pass
7.2
FS
F · 87'
⚽ 1G xG 0.15 1 shot 45% pass
7.1
MM
M · 90'
xG 0.15 3 shots 86% pass
7.0
JS
M · 90'
👥 1A xG 0.17 4 shots 88% pass
7.0
G
M · 66'
85% pass
6.9
AA
F · 81'
⚽ 1G xG 0.36 2 shots 59% pass
6.9
AO
D · 16'
75% pass
6.9
FB
M · 45'
xG 0.06 2 shots 90% pass
6.8
LC
D · 90'
👥 1A 71% pass
6.8
I
D · 77'
xG 0.01 1 shot 93% pass
6.7
WN
M · 9'
xG 0.05 67% pass
6.7
JM
D · 16'
40% pass
6.7
SX
D · 66'
92% pass
6.6
JF
D · 90'
xG 0.02 1 shot 88% pass
6.6
AC
M · 81'
xG 0.13 1 shot 86% pass
6.6
MF
M · 81'
xG 0.38 1 shot 78% pass
6.6
LG
D · 74'
1 shot 74% pass
6.6
IV
D · 9'
6.6
KS
M · 24'
83% pass
6.5
TB
M · 90'
88% pass
6.5
SV
F · 90'
👥 1A xG 0.04 1 shot 79% pass
6.5
GR
M · 9'
6.5
SS
D · 90'
76% pass
6.4
JF
M · 90'
xG 0.07 1 shot 67% pass
6.4
LB
M · 9'
75% pass
6.4
EB
D · 74'
80% pass
6.3
RC
F · 90'
xG 0.37 4 shots 82% pass
6.0
VE
IR
JM
O
A
AR
KV
DC
RA
VR
Shot Map
Goal
On Target
Block
Miss
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Match Momentum
Fluminense
Independie
⚽10'⚽37'⚽51' 0' HT FT
Fluminense Press
86%
Independient Press
14%
📈 Fluminense controlled the tempo for most of this match, maintaining a 86% share of the pressure index across 92 data points.
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Tactical Analysis: Fluminense 1-2 Independiente Rivadavia | Copa Libertadores

Copa Libertadores · Matchweek 2 · 16 April 2026

Fluminense set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Independiente Rivadavia opting for a 3-4-3. Independiente Rivadavia were tactically superior, outmanoeuvring Fluminense to claim a 1-2 hard-earned victory in Copa Libertadores.

Ball control: Fluminense dominated territory with 71% of the ball, forcing Independiente Rivadavia to defend for long spells. Independiente Rivadavia managed just 29% possession, yet managed 4 shots on target to Fluminense's 9.

Set pieces: Fluminense won 1 corner, Independiente Rivadavia 1. Fouls: Fluminense 9, Independiente Rivadavia 11.

The goals: G. Arana drew first blood in the 10', assisted by J. Savarino for Fluminense. F. Sartori found the net in the 37', assisted by L. Costa for Independiente Rivadavia. A. Arce added another in the 51', assisted by S. Villa for Independiente Rivadavia.

Scorers — Fluminense: G. Arana (10'). Independiente Rivadavia: F. Sartori (37'), A. Arce (51').

Discipline: Bookings and dismissals: M. Fernández (yellow, 17') for Independiente Rivadavia; E. Bonifacio (yellow, 33') for Independiente Rivadavia; F. Sartori (yellow, 68') for Independiente Rivadavia; W. Natã (yellow, 84') for Fluminense; N. Bolcato (yellow, 89') for Independiente Rivadavia.

Changes: Substitutions: Hércules was involved in a change for Fluminense (46'); Ganso was involved in a change for Fluminense (66'); S. Xavier was involved in a change for Fluminense (66'); L. Gómez was involved in a change for Independiente Rivadavia (74'); E. Bonifacio was involved in a change for Independiente Rivadavia (74'); Ignácio was involved in a change for Fluminense (77'); A. Canobbio was involved in a change for Fluminense (81'); A. Arce was involved in a change for Independiente Rivadavia (81'); M. Fernández was involved in a change for Independiente Rivadavia (81'); F. Sartori was involved in a change for Independiente Rivadavia (87').

Tactical verdict: Despite ceding possession, Independiente Rivadavia proved that controlling the ball does not always mean controlling the game. Ruthlessness in front of goal was the difference.

Auto-generated match report based on available match data.

Group
# Club PWDL GD Pts
Champions League
Europe
Relegation
Fluminense 0 Wins
1 Draws
1 Wins Independiente Rivadavia
2 Fluminense Goals
2.5 Avg Goals / Game
3 Independiente Rivadavia Goals

Based on 2 matches in the database.

About Fluminense vs Independiente Rivadavia

Fluminense vs Independiente Rivadavia ended in Copa Libertadores on 16 April 2026 . The full time score is 1-2.

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