John Kennedy Scores and Sees Red as Fluminense Edge Past Boca Juniors in Copa Libertadores Final

Despite being down a man, Fluminense had reasons to celebrate. Kennedy’s strike was his fourth goal of the 2024 tournament, marking a remarkable contribution to Fluminense’s goal tally by substitutes – only River Plate had more goals from substitutes. Furthermore, Kennedy has been instrumental in his team’s success, contributing to goals in his last four CONMEBOL Libertadores games (three goals, one assist). Keno, too, had a night to remember; his assist for Kennedy’s goal was his fifth in the tournament, a tally no other player had reached. His consistent performance against Boca Juniors, now with two assists in three appearances, underscored his value and impact for Fluminense. The combination of Keno’s vision and Kennedy’s execution wrote a thrilling chapter in Fluminense’s storied run in the competition, even as they braced for a tense final few minutes with a reduced squad.