Flamengo took the points against Independiente del Valle 2-0 in Quito on Thursday. The loss damages the home side's Copa Libertadores quarterfinal chances. Bruno Henrique scored once more at altitude. That allowed Flamengo snap a difficult streak in the Ecuadorian capital. Quito has been a tough venue for this team. This time they earned a comfortable win.
Flamengo now carries a clear advantage ahead of the second leg. The tie is far from over. But Flamengo is in control. Independiente del Valle will require a major effort to turn things around.