Fluminense RJ secured a 2-0 victory over América de Cali in the CONMEBOL Copa Sudamericana on August 20, 2025. The Brazilian side used their home advantage at the Maracanã to good effect, controlling the match and scoring twice to take a commanding lead in this knockout stage tie. Fluminense's quality shone through, with their midfield dictating the tempo and their attackers finding the net with clinical finishes. This first-leg result puts them in a strong position to advance to the next round of South America's secondary club competition. For the Colombian visitors, the task in the return leg at home is now a monumental one.