Flamengo challenges Lima as a temple of fans in Libertadores final

Lima has recently become a magical place in the imagination of Flamengo fans, where the impossible happens, like Gabigol’s two goals in the final minutes. The Monumental stadium, where today’s final against Palmeiras will take place at 6 pm, is also the setting for the unforgettable cathartic 2019 victory over River Plate, coming from behind in stoppage time. Fans are now filled with a mix of nostalgia and hope of lifting another Libertadores trophy in the same place.