Flamengo's 100th victory in the Copa Libertadores is not just a number, but a symbol of greatness
|
0
In the last match against Millonarios, Flamengo achieved another historic feat by achieving its 100th victory in the Copa Libertadores da América. Defender Léo Ortiz, one of the team's highlights, did not hide his satisfaction with the result and took advantage of the mixed zone after the game to comment on the importance of this milestone for the club and its fans.A NEW REASON TO BE PROUD < /b>
"Reaching this historic milestone is a great source of pride for all of us. We know the responsibility of wearing this shirt and taking Flamengo's name further and further in the competitions. Reaching our 100th victory in the Libertadores is something that motivates us even more to seek new titles", said Ortiz.
The defender also made a joke by mentioning that Flamengo's 100th victory in the Copa Libertadores is not just a number, but a symbol of greatness, former teammate team, is still part of the group of red and black defenders on WhatsApp. "Fabricio is always in contact with us, even though he is no longer at the club. He remains in the defenders' group on WhatsApp and always sends messages of support and jokes. The friendship and companionship we create here are for life", said Léo Ortiz, showing the relaxed atmosphere and unity of the cast.
The teams play the first game of the quarterfinals at 7 p.m.
|
0
Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores.
Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:
"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."
Match starts at 7pm this Thursday
|
0
Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.
Watch the match live here:
