Flamengo x Palmeiras: top scorers in the Libertadores among Brazilian teams By Jeronimo Santos
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Flamengo and Palmeiras will compete for the Copa Libertadores 2025 title this Saturday, November 29, at 6:15 pm (local time of The Brazilian clubs, who have won six titles in the competition, reach the decision after solid campaigns, with Flamengo eliminating Racing-ARG in the semi-finals and Palmeiras reversing the score against LDU-EQU. The match marks the teams’ reunion in a continental final, four years after the Alviverde triumph in 2021.
The confrontation takes place in a single game, a format adopted by Conmebol since 2019, and attracts attention from rivals who lead the Brasileirão 2025.
- Flamengo is looking for its fourth title, equaling São Paulo as the biggest Brazilian winner.
- Palmeiras is aiming for four, an unprecedented feat for clubs in the country.
- Monumental Stadium, with a capacity of 80 thousand, hosted the 2019 final, won by Flamengo.
Red-black legacy at Libertadores
Flamengo enters the field with a tradition of three titles in the Libertadores, won in 1981, 2019 and 2022. Esses triumphs were driven by decisive attackers, who marked an era in the South American competition. Gabigol stands out as the main name of this recent era.
Since his arrival in 2019, the striker has scored 30 goals in 47 matches, becoming the greatest Brazilian scorer in the history of the tournament. Seus goals in finals, such as against River Plate and Athletico-PR, defined memorable achievements for the Rio club.
Pedro, with 24 goals in 34 games, occupies second place and complements the attack with efficient aerial play and precise finishing. Bruno Henrique, third on the list with 19 goals in 38 appearances, surpassed even Zico in 2023 and formed a historic duo with Gabigol.
Zico, an eternal idol with 16 goals in 21 games, led the 1981 title, including the Mundial Interclubes. Arrascaeta, with 10 goals in 59 matches, equaled Gaúcho and Tita recently and holds the record for performances for Flamengo in Libertadores.
Palmeiras – Maiores top scorers in Libertadores
- Rony – 23 goals
- Raphael Veiga – 20 goals
- Gustavo Gómez – 13 goals
- Gustavo Scarpa – 12 goals
- Alex – 12 goals
- Borja – 10 goals
- Willian Bigode – 10 goals
- Tupãzinho – 10 goals
Flamengo – Maiores top scorers in Libertadores
- Gabigol – 30 goals
- Pedro – 25 goals
- Bruno Henrique – 20 goals
- Zico – 16 goals
- Arrascaeta – 10 goals
- Tita – 10 goals
- Gaucho – 10 goals
Alviverdes highlights in the continental tournament
Palmeiras has won three Libertadores cups, in 1999, 2020 and 2021, with top scorers who combined technique and opportunism. Rony leads the club’s historical ranking with 23 goals in 41 games, isolating itself at the top since 2022.
The striker scored in decisive stages, including the semi-finals and round of 16, contributing to the recent two-time championships under Abel Ferreira. Raphael Veiga, with 20 goals in 48 matches, plays as a midfielder but rivals the records, standing out for free kicks and medium-range shots.
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These numbers reflect the consistency of Palmeiras, with 98 victories in the history of Libertadores, the second best record among Brazilians.
Historical clashes between rivals
Flamengo and Palmeiras have already faced each other 16 times in Libertadores, with balanced results. Palmeiras won three, Flamengo drew six and lost seven, but decisions define the legacy. In 2021, Verdão lifted the cup with 2-1 in extra time, goals from Veiga and Deyverson against Gabigol.
In the group stage of past editions, the duels featured goals from top scorers such as Bruno Henrique and Scarpa. Recent history includes Supercopa of Brasil in 2021, won by Flamengo with a goal from Gabigol.
These games accumulate 45 goals in total, with an average of 2.8 per match, and highlight the rivalry that raises the technical level. The 2025 final could break audience records at Conmebol.
Monumental of Lima witnessed Flamengo in 2019, with Gabigol decisive in the upset against River Plate. Palmeiras seeks rematch on this stage.
Numbers that define the 2025 campaigns
The red-and-black trajectory included 12 wins in 16 games, with Gabigol scoring in the round of 16 against Bolívar-BOL. Pedro contributed crucial assists in the semi-finals.
Palmeiras recorded 11 victories, reversing 2-0 in the first leg against LDU with 4-1 in the return, thanks to Rony and Veiga. Abel Ferreira has a 33% success rate in 16 duels against Flamengo.
- Gabigol: 5 goals in the 2025 group stage.
- Rony: 4 goals in knockouts.
- Total assists: Flamengo 22, Palmeiras 19.
This data positions the attack as a decisive factor, with Flamengo undefeated outside of Brasil in this edition.
Expectations for the single game
Coaches Filipe Luís and Abel Ferreira prepare tactical adjustments for the neutral pitch. Flamengo bets on speed on the wings, while Palmeiras prioritizes possession of the ball.
Tickets sold out in hours, with 50 thousand Brazilian fans confirmed in Lima. The prize for the champion exceeds R$ 150 million, in addition to a place in the Mundial of Clubes.
Top scorers like Gabigol and Rony carry the pressure of expanding legacies. The kickoff takes place at 6pm local time, with broadcast to more than 100 countries.
Records at stake in the decision
The final could crown the first four-time Brazilian champion, changing continental statistics. Flamengo seeks to equal São Paulo, Palmeiras to surpass Grêmio.
Gabigol aims for 31 goals, surpassing personal records, while Rony aims for 24. Zagueiros like Gómez add defensive-offensive versatility.
The 2025 tournament recorded 300 goals in 120 matches, an average of 2.5 per game, driven by Brazilians. Essa decision consolidates South American dominance.
