The 2026 Copa Libertadores semifinals are set, with Palmeiras drawn against Fluminense and Flamengo facing Estudiantes, according to reports from UOL, ge, Folha de S.Paulo and CNN Brasil.
The two-legged ties will be played on base dates that have now been confirmed, ge reports. The matchup between Palmeiras and Fluminense is a repeat of a semifinal meeting between the two Brazilian clubs from 55 years ago, according to R7 Esportes.
All four remaining sides are chasing a place in the final of South America's top club competition. Flamengo and Palmeiras are familiar contenders in the latter stages of the tournament, while Fluminense and Estudiantes complete the last four.
The Brazilian outlets covering the draw have framed the semifinals around the domestic rivalry between Palmeiras and Fluminense, and around Flamengo's tie with the Argentine club Estudiantes. UOL's coverage rounds up what is known about the semifinal stage, including the confirmed pairings and scheduling information.
What to watch next: the base dates for both legs, after which the two finalists will be decided.