Topics: Flamengo, River Plate, Copa Libertadores
However, things did get chaotic as supporters clashed with police on the streets.

On Saturday, Flamengo beat River Plate to win the Copa Libertadores final 2-1 in dramatic fashion. Despite trailing 1-0 to the Argentine powerhouse for the majority of the game, two late goals from Gabigol – the winner coming in stoppage time – secured a comeback victory and the title for the Brazilians.

It was the first time in 38 years that the Scarlet-Black got their hands on this trophy. Given their long wait for this prize and how passionate fans are about football in South America, the title parade was always expected to be wild.

And it did not disappoint. Thousands of supporters flooded the streets of Rio to welcome back their champions, which gave birth to some breathtaking images from the parade bus.

Pictures and videos showed just how excited Flamengo fans were to see their players return. According to AS, the turnout reached over half a million. However, things did get a bit too wild, with clashes with the police occurring. Check it all out in the video below.