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Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (25) to face Estudiantes , in Argentina, for the second leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. One day before the match, coach Filipe Luís will lead the squad's last training session at CT do Defensa y Justicia, at 3:30 pm (Brasília time). The activity will be decisive in defining the starting team that will enter the field.

The tendency is for Flamengo to be lined up with: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro (Ayrton Lucas); Jorginho (De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro . However, Filipe Luís may make last-minute changes depending on the players' performance in training this Wednesday (24).

For the match, Rubro-Negro will be without two players. Erick Pulgar is still recovering from a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot . Michael is also recovering from pain in his left ankle and will also miss the match.

FLAMENGO X ESTUDIANTES BROADCAST

The duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes will be played this Thursday (25), at the Ciudad de La Plata Stadium, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on subscription TV, and on the Disney+ streaming service.

FLAMENGO ARRIVES WITH AN ADVANTAGE

Flamengo holds the advantage for this match after beating Estudiantes 2-1 at Maracanã, with goals from Pedro and Varela. A draw would guarantee the Rio de Janeiro team a spot in the 2025 Copa Libertadores semifinals . If Estudiantes wins by one goal, the match will go to penalties. Estudiantes will be eliminated if they lose by two or more goals.

Flamengo faces one of the most important matches of the season this Thursday to keep its dream of a fourth Copa Libertadores title alive. The team travels to La Plata, Argentina, to face Estudiantes in the second leg of the continental tournament's quarterfinals . After winning 2-1 at Maracanã, the Rubro-Negro has the advantage of playing for a draw to advance to the semifinals.

One of the most talked-about signings of the last transfer window, Saúl Ñíguez is in excellent form for Flamengo . The Spaniard took over the starting midfield spot following Erick Pulgar's injury , overcoming competition from Allan, De la Cruz, and Everton Araújo. He's expected to remain in the starting eleven for the match against Estudiantes.

DETAILS ARE DECISIVE

In an interview with Flamengo TV , Saúl stressed that the team needs to enter the field with maturity and full attention to avoid being surprised by their Argentine rivals. " We have to be a mature team, but above all, be ourselves. We can't be distracted by the environment or the type of game Estudiantes can play ," said the midfielder.

" We'll try to win the match with our weapons. In the Libertadores, as in the Champions League and in any knockout competition, every detail is very important. We have to be very focused so that this doesn't affect us, " said Saúl.

FLAMENGO PRESERVES HEADQUARTERS

Just as Estudiantes rested athletes in the Argentine Championship, Flamengo also preserved important pieces in the classic against Vasco, last Sunday (21) . Pedro, Arrascaeta, Léo Pereira and Samuel Lino started on the bench and only entered in the second half, reinforcing the strategy of arriving with maximum strength to the decisive duel.

Flamengo announced this Wednesday (24) security measures for fans who will accompany the team against Estudiantes , this Thursday (25), for the second leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals . The duel will be held at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

In a statement on social media , the club announced that the official meeting point for the red-and-blacks will be at 4 p.m. , at the intersection of Avenida Elvira Rawson de Dellepiane and Avenida Calabria, in Buenos Aires. From there, fans will proceed in an organized manner to La Plata.

Fans are advised to use buses and vans, as the Argentine police will only escort these vehicles . The club advises against the use of private vehicles, seeking to reduce the risk of incidents before and after the match.

FIELD ADVANTAGE

In terms of sport, Flamengo has the advantage after beating Estudiantes 2-1 at Maracanã , with goals from Pedro and Varela. With this result, the team can even draw away from home to advance to the semifinal, where they will face Racing, who eliminated Vélez last Tuesday (23).

TRANSMISSION

Flamengo takes the field this Thursday (25) at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) against Estudiantes in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, and on Disney+, via streaming . If Argentina wins by one goal, the decision will go to penalties.