Challenges outside Maracanã for Flamengo could be harmful

The decision of Tite sparing the cast entirely raises some questions. On the one hand, it preserves players for more important commitments and minimizes the risk of injuries at a time when physical exhaustion can be a serious problem. On the other hand, placing an alternative team in a Brazilian Championship match, which is still in dispute, can be seen as risky, as a defeat or even a draw could have consequences on the table.

In addition , the choice of David Luiz and Cleiton in defense and Allan and Everton Araújo in midfield suggests that Tite trusts in the depth of his squad. He seems to believe that, even with the changes, the team will be able to compete at a high level. This also gives reserve players a chance to show their value, which could be crucial for the squad's dynamics in the coming weeks.

Another relevant point of this strategy is the issue of integration. A team that doesn't usually play together may have difficulty adapting to the demands of a high-level match, especially against opponents who are playing for real and with their starting team. The lack of rhythm among players can be a challenge to be faced, but it is also an opportunity for these athletes to gain experience and adapt more quickly to the demands of elite football.

Tite, known for being A meticulous strategist, he must have considered these factors when choosing to rotate the squad at this point in the championship. The choices reflect a balance between the physical preservation of the main players and the need to keep the team competitive throughout the season. The expectation is that this decision, even if bold, will not compromise the team's performance in the championship.

This Sunday's clash will be an important test of the depth of the squad and the ability of reserve players to take on responsibilities at crucial moments. Cleiton, for example, will have the chance to show that he can be a reliable option for the defense in the future, and Allan and Everton Araújo will have the task of controlling the midfield and dictating the pace of the game.

The Flamengo squad completed preparations for the game against Grêmio, valid for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. According to information about the team drafted by Tite in training this Saturday (21), Argentine Carlos Alcaraz and young Lorran should be in the likely lineup. Furthermore, Carlinhos is considered the favorite to lead the red and black attack on Sunday (22), as reported by the portal 'Coluna do Fla'. Probable Flamengo lineup

Matheus Cunha; Wesley, David Luiz, Cleiton and Ayrton Lucas; Evertton Araújo, Allan and Alcaraz; Matheus Gonçalves, Lorran and Carlinhos.

Thinking about the important Libertadores game next Thursday (26), against Peñarol (URU ), which is worth a place in the semi-finals, Flamengo will enter the field with an alternative team on Sunday (22). On Friday (20), the club announced that 12 players will be rested and will not travel to Porto Alegre: Rossi, Varela, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas, Erick Pulgar, Léo Ortiz, Nicolás de la Cruz, Arrascaeta, Gonzalo Plata, Gerson and Bruno Henrique will remain in Rio de Janeiro.

Flamengo has also faced absences due to injuries. Are out: Everton Cebolinha (Achilles tendon rupture), Viña (cruciate ligament rupture and tibial fracture), Pedro (anterior cruciate knee ligament rupture), Michael (muscle injury), Luiz Araújo (knee cartilage fracture right) and Gabigol (fibrosis in the right thigh).

Situation in the Brasileirão

Currently in fourth place in the Brazilian Championship, with 45 points, Flamengo has 13 wins, six draws and six defeats. The team has scored 40 goals and conceded 29 so far. The team needs a victory to continue its rise in the table.

Grêmio x Flamengo

The clash between Grêmio and Flamengo will take place on Sunday (22), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) , in Porto Alegre, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship.