In the night between Wednesday, May 29, and Thursday, May 30, Flamengo host Deportivo Táchira at the Maracanã for the sixth and final matchday of Group C in the Copa Libertadores. The goal for the Brazilian side is clear: win and secure direct qualification to the Round of 16, avoiding the playoffs reserved for third-placed teams. The Rubro-Negro, buoyed by a convincing 0-2 away win over league leaders Palmeiras, come into this clash with 8 points—three behind Central Córdoba and level with LDU Quito, but ahead on head-to-head results. A victory would secure second place and send Filipe Luís’ team through without further calculations. Flamengo’s Libertadores journey has been inconsistent: after a winning debut against Táchira, they slipped up against Central Córdoba and drew their next two games. Only the home win against LDU reignited the Brazilians’ hopes, putting qualification back in their hands. The situation is the opposite for Deportivo Táchira, who sit at the bottom of the group with zero points and no chance of progressing. However, the Venezuelan side are in excellent form domestically, having already secured a spot in the Torneo Apertura final. For this reason, head coach Édgar Pérez Greco is likely to rotate heavily, resting key players for upcoming league fixtures. On paper, this looks like a one-sided match, with Flamengo expected to capitalize on the home crowd at the Maracanã to seal qualification and resume their Brasileirão title race with full force.

Flamengo Recent Form and Key Stats

Flamengo arrive at the final matchday of Group C in the Copa Libertadores in excellent shape. In their most recent Brasileirão fixture, the Rubro-Negro pulled off a huge 0-2 win away to league leaders Palmeiras, with goals from De Arrascaeta and Ayrton Lucas. The victory reignited their chase for top spot in the league, now just one point behind.

Filipe Luís’ team are unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions, with a record of four wins and two draws, scoring 10 goals and conceding just 3. Their defensive solidity stands out: four clean sheets in that span.

In the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo currently sit second in the group with 8 points, earned through two wins, two draws, and one loss. While their attack has averaged just one goal per game, their defense has been solid, conceding an average of only 0.6 goals per match. At home, they beat LDU Quito 2-0 but suffered a surprising 1-2 loss to Central Córdoba—their only defeat in the last fourteen home games at the Maracanã.

Deportivo Táchira Recent Form and Key Stats

Deportivo Táchira head into the final matchday of Group C in the Copa Libertadores with high morale following domestic success. The Venezuelan side have picked up two consecutive league wins, including a 2-4 thrashing of Carabobo away from home, securing top spot in the Venezuelan Primera División. Over their last five matches, they have three wins and two draws, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game.

Their continental form tells a different story. In the Copa Libertadores, Táchira have yet to earn a single point—five straight losses, averaging 0.8 goals scored and 2 conceded per game. Away from home in this tournament, they lost 2-0 to LDU Quito and 2-1 to Central Córdoba.

Outside the international stage, however, Édgar Pérez Greco’s team have shown signs of improvement on the road: three straight positive results, including a goalless draw, a 2-4 win over Carabobo, and a 1-2 win against Puerto Cabello.

Flamengo vs Deportivo Táchira Prediction and Tactical Overview

According to the BetMines algorithm, Flamengo are overwhelming favorites in this final Group C clash of the Copa Libertadores. The Brazilian side are also tipped to win without conceding—a prediction reinforced by their recent defensive displays.

Filipe Luís’ team has shown remarkable defensive cohesion, as demonstrated by the clean sheet against league-leading Palmeiras, whose attacking line includes top talents like Estevão and Vitor Roque. Credit is due to an experienced and well-organized backline featuring standout players such as Danilo, Léo Ortiz, and Léo Pereira.

There are, however, notable absences: Nicolás De la Cruz, Gonzalo Plata, Erick Pulgar, and Allan are sidelined with injuries, while Matías Viña remains a doubt, yet to make an appearance in 2025.

On the other side, already eliminated Deportivo Táchira will be without suspended players Edicson Tamiche and Carlos Sosa, both sent off in their last match against Central Córdoba. Given their hopeless group situation, coach Édgar Pérez Greco is expected to rotate heavily, preserving key players for domestic competition.

For these reasons, the BetMines algorithm predicts a home win for Flamengo without conceding—just like in the first leg, which ended in a 0-1 victory for the Brazilians.

• Flamengo vs Deportivo Táchira prediction from the BetMines algorithm predicts that both teams will score at least one goal at 41%.
  
  
• Flamengo vs Deportivo Táchira prediction from the BetMines Algorithm predicts that at least one of the two teams will not score a goal at 59%.

Flamengo vs Deportivo Táchira Predicted Lineups

FLAMENGO (3-4-3): Rossi; Danilo, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira; Varela, Evertton Araujo, De Arrascaeta, Alex Sandro; Luiz Araújo, Pedro, Bruno Henrique. Coach: Filipe Luís

DEPORTIVO TÁCHIRA (4-4-2): Camargo; Rosales, Vivas, Maidana, Quintero; Saggiomo, Requena, Calzadilla, Cova; Sosa, Castello. Coach: Édgar Pérez Greco