Fluminense, the reigning Libertadores champion, pulled off a 3-2 victory against Alianza Lima with a comeback that saw them finish as the undefeated leaders of Group A, thwarting the Peruvians’ hopes of advancing to the knockout stage, albeit briefly.

Alianza, who took the lead twice with goals from Arregui and Serna, momentarily had a ticket to the next round, but allowed the Brazilian side to turn the tables with goals from Keno, Marcelo, and youth talent John Kennedy.

The outcome solidified Fluminense’s status as group leaders with an unbeaten record, tallying 14 points from four wins and two draws. Colo Colo from Chile (6 points) secured the second spot for the next phase. Alianza, at the bottom with 4 points, missed out on the chance to compete in the playoffs and extend their Sudamericana journey.