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MISSING WORRIES TITE FOR FLAMENGO'S NEXT CONFRONTATION

One of the main concerns was finding a suitable replacement to fill the place left by Pulgar

11 Fev 2024 | 21:27 |

In the bustling scene of Brazilian football, every detail, no matter how small, can become a fundamental piece on the game board. And in the world of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, one of the largest in the country, tactical adjustments and strategic choices are elements that dictate the rhythm of battles on the pitch. However, not everything is rosy when it comes to putting together the ideal team to face the challenges that arise in each match. And in this context, a recent announcement generated waves of concern and detailed analysis on the part of fans and experts: the confirmed absence of midfielder Erick Pulgar for the crucial clash against Bangu.

Coach Adenor Leonardo Bachi, known Popularly known as Tite, a prominent figure in Flamengo's technical command, he found himself facing an unexpected setback when the absence of Erick Pulgar, a key player in his game strategy, was announced due to the accumulation of yellow cards. This setback came to light after the match against Volta Redonda, a duel that promised to be just another chapter in the club's saga, but which ended up becoming a watershed, bringing with it immediate consequences and developments that would reverberate throughout the season. .

The news of Pulgar's embezzlement took everyone by surprise. The Chilean, recognized for his technical skill and marking ability in midfield, had stood out as one of the pillars of the Flamengo team. His absence, therefore, would not just be a gap to be filled, but rather a challenge that would require a tactical restructuring on the part of the coaching staff and the search for immediate solutions to maintain the team's level of competitiveness.

In the duel against Volta Redonda, tensions were already palpable from the opening whistle. Flamengo, eager for a victory that would consolidate their position in the table, found an opponent determined not to make things easier. Amid disconcerting dribbles, precise passes and fierce tackles, Erick Pulgar found himself involved in a move that would change the course of not only the match, but also the team's next match.

It was apparently a move trivial, a ball dispute with the opposing player Wellington Silva, which Pulgar committed the foul that would result in his third yellow card. The scene unfolded quickly, almost imperceptibly amid the speed of the game, but its consequences would be felt sharply in the following days. The referee did not hesitate to show the card, and Pulgar, aware of the mistake he had made, left the field with his head down, anticipating the impact of his absence on the team's next match.

With the final whistle and the result of the game Once complete, the news of Pulgar's absence spread like wildfire through the club's corridors. In the stands, fans mourned the loss of such an important player at a crucial moment of the season. On social media, the hashtag #ForçaPulgar became a trending topic, demonstrating the fans' massive support for the Chilean midfielder and concern about the challenges that awaited the team without his presence on the field.

For Tite and his technical committee, Pulgar's absence represented not only an immediate problem to be resolved, but also an opportunity to test the adaptability and depth of the Flamengo squad. Behind the scenes at the club, emergency meetings were called, strategies were discussed and plans were drawn up to minimize the impacts of the significant casualty on the team's midfield.

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Filipe Luís pode ganhar reforço surpresa para jogo Flamengo x Racing

O zagueiro realizou parte do treino com o grupo e será reavaliado antes do duelo decisivo contra o time argentino, no Maracanã, pela semifinal da Libertadores

O zagueiro Léo Ortiz treinou parcialmente e pode reforçar o Mais Querido na semifinal da Libertadores contra o Racing - foto: reprodução

21 Out 2025 | 19:15 |

O elenco do Flamengo encerrou, nesta terça-feira (21), a preparação para o confronto de ida das semifinais da Copa Libertadores contra o Racing, no Maracanã. A principal novidade foi a presença parcial do zagueiro Léo Ortiz nas atividades comandadas por Filipe Luís, o que aumentou a expectativa por seu retorno ao time titular.

Ortiz havia sofrido um estiramento no tornozelo direito durante a vitória sobre o Palmeiras. Desde então, o jogador vem realizando tratamento intensivo no Ninho do Urubu e também em casa para acelerar a recuperação. Nesta terça, participou de parte do treino com os companheiros e apresentou boa evolução física.

De acordo com informações internas, o defensor será reavaliado nesta quarta-feira (22), horas antes da partida, para definir se terá condições de ser escalado entre os titulares. Tanto o departamento médico quanto o próprio atleta demonstram confiança em uma liberação positiva.

FILIPE DEVE REPETIR ESCALAÇÃO

A tendência é que Filipe Luís mantenha a formação utilizada na última rodada, quando o time superou o Palmeiras. Caso seja confirmado na lista de relacionados, Léo Ortiz deverá formar a dupla de zaga ao lado de Léo Pereira.

Enquanto isso, o atacante Everton Cebolinha é baixa confirmada. O jogador sofreu uma lesão no músculo do quadril, mais especificamente no iliopsoas, durante o clássico contra o Botafogo, e deve ficar fora dos gramados por cerca de três semanas.

FLAMENGO X RACING

O confronto entre o Flamengo e o Racing está marcado para esta quarta-feira (22), às 21h30 (de Brasília), no Maracanã. A partida de volta será disputada na próxima semana, na Argentina, e definirá o finalista que enfrentará o vencedor do duelo entre Palmeiras e LDU.

MISSING WORRIES TITE FOR FLAMENGO'S NEXT CONFRONTATION