Fábio, the 45-year-old goalkeeper, played a crucial role in Fluminense’s advancement to the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals, saving two penalties in a tense shootout after a 1-1 draw. Despite going down to ten men and conceding a late equalizer via VAR intervention, Fluminense triumphed 5-4 on penalties. They will now face the winner of the Coquimbo Unido vs. Platense match in the next round. Fluminense is currently fourth in the Brasileirão and will play Remo next.
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Fábio Leads Fluminense to Libertadores Quarter-Finals at Age 45
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