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06 Nov 2024 | 23:57 |
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Luiz Araújo, striker of Flamengo, has been sidelined for several weeks due to an injury suffered during the season, which impacted the club performance in attack. Since then, the player has continued an intense recovery process to return to the team as soon as possible. Filipe Luís reinforced Araújo's importance to the team and stated that the medical department is working hard to ensure the athlete's best physical condition until Sunday.
Like Luiz Araújo, De La Cruz, Uruguayan midfielder, is also recovering from an injury that kept him away from Flamengo's last commitments. After a few weeks of treatment, the player is showing positive signs of improvement, although the medical department is still monitoring his condition. Filipe Luís highlighted that De La Cruz's presence would bring more balance to the midfield, adding quality to offensive and defensive transitions.
A awaited return of LUIZ ARAÚJO
The possible return of Luiz Araújo and De La Cruz represents a reinforcement significant for Flamengo, who faces a challenging sequence of games in the Brasileirão. According to Filipe Luís, the presence of the two players not only expands attacking options, but also adds experience and versatility to the team. Araújo, with his speed and finishing ability, and De La Cruz, with his ability to control in the middle, are fundamental pieces for the coach and for the team's tactical balance.
The duel against Atlético-MG is seen as one of the most important for Flamengo at this stage of the championship, and the possible return of Luiz Araújo and De La Cruz is an asset that increases the confidence of the squad and fans. The expectation is that, if both are fit, Flamengo will gain more aggression and control in offensive actions, essential factors to face a high-level opponent like Atlético-MG. The technical department, in turn, is awaiting the latest tests to confirm the lineup.
FLAMENGO WANTS FULL STRENGTH IN THE FINAL
So that Luiz Araújo and De La Cruz are in playing condition, Flamengo relies on the intensive work of the medical department and physical trainers, who have been leading the rehabilitation process. The team's coach has been closely monitoring the athletes' recovery, aware that their presence will be crucial to keeping the team competitive in the final stretch of the season. The decision on the players' participation on Sunday will depend on the final approval of health experts and the risk assessment of new injuries.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
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Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
Rubro-negro evaluates changes in the starting lineup for the clash with the Argentine team this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, for the Libertadores
17 Set 2025 | 14:49 |
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Up front, Bruno Henrique is recovered and available to play, expanding coach Filipe Luís's offensive options. Plata and Luiz Araújo are also options at wing. Léo Ortiz returns to the defensive system after missing the match against Juventude.
A possible Flamengo lineup for Thursday has: Rossi; Emerson Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (or Viña); Allan (or De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
According to information gathered, the club's coaching staff is likely to opt for midfielder Jorginho, who is recovering from a muscle edema. Although he is fit to play, the club does not want to risk losing him for an extended period.
Without Jorginho, coach Filipe Luís is evaluating the best alternatives for the position. De La Cruz and Saúl are the main candidates to form a partnership with Saúl in midfield . The coach will lead the final training session before the match on Wednesday (17) to determine his replacement.
Another confirmed absence is left-back Alex Sandro, who is nursing a calf injury and will be unfit to play. Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña are competing for the starting spot on the left wing.
Conmebol announces changes to the VAR process and will now be valid for the duel between Mengão and the La Plata club in the quarterfinals
17 Set 2025 | 14:10 |
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Conmebol announced this Tuesday (16) an important new development for the quarterfinal stage of the Libertadores . From this stage onwards, the main referee will immediately communicate his decision to the entire public present at the stadium , ensuring greater transparency in the arbitration process.
This measure has already been used in the organization's competitions. In the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana, for example, the rule was applied experimentally . Now, it officially returns for the decisive matches of the Copa Libertadores.
The first duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Thursday (18), at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The stadium will have a full house: All tickets were sold in advance , guaranteeing an estimated audience of around 69 thousand people.
The return leg is scheduled for September 25th in La Plata, Argentina, also at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). It will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) . Fans can stay up to date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.
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