Libertadores: Estudiantes confirms stadium for semi-final against Flamengo

Estudiantes de La Plata has confirmed the venue for its Copa Libertadores semi-final against Flamengo. The Argentine club will host the Brazilian side at Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi, as UOL Esporte, ge and Terra reported on Thursday.

A stadium chosen after weeks of talks

The choice of venue was the subject of discussions for several weeks, Terra reports. Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi could not accommodate the tickets planned for away supporters, as required by the competition regulations, Placar explains. This obstacle has now been overcome, allowing Estudiantes to confirm the use of its regular stadium.

A long-awaited confirmation

According to ge, Estudiantes has confirmed which stadium it will play the semi-final against Flamengo in. Terra states that an agreement has been reached with the Brazilian club and that the decision has been formalised. Both media outlets agree that Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi will host the match.

This announcement brings an end to a period of uncertainty over the venue for the match. Supporters of both teams now know where this important match in the South American competition will be held. The Argentine club's decision has been widely reported by the Brazilian press, which is closely following this highly anticipated semi-final.