Leonardo Jardim’s clipboard hints at Flamengo XI for Carioca final | OneFootball

Flamengo and Fluminense to Decide the Carioca Championship This Sunday (8th) at Maracanã

The debut of Leonardo Jardim as coach of Flamengo will be against Fluminense on Sunday (08). However, it’s possible that the strategy of the new rubro-negro coach was leaked this Thursday (05).

That’s because photos show Jardim with a clipboard under his arm. On the object, there’s a soccer field drawn with the names of some players, which could indicate the starters. Thus, Alex Sandro, Evertton Araújo, Jorginho and Paquetá; Samu Lino, Plata (Luiz Araújo) and Pedro are the ones identified on the material.

Did Jardim Slip Up?

Despite the way he was holding the accessory, the photo was actually released by Flamengo itself. Thus, some fans pointed out the ammunition given to Fluminense. However, there are those who say the situation was carefully calculated to mislead the rival.

Does Any Name on Jardim’s Clipboard Seem Strange?

Among the visible highlights, rubro-negros are drawing attention to the absence of Everton Cebolinha and Arrascaeta. That’s because the forward was considered one of the best of the season, while the midfielder is the team captain.

However, the notes don’t necessarily have anything to do with Sunday’s final. After all, the names might refer only to a group for a drill. Furthermore, Jardim will lead at least two more training sessions before the derby.

What Time Is the Carioca Final?

With clipboard in hand, Leonardo Jardim will make his debut for the rubro-negro team on Sunday (08), against Fluminense, starting at 6 p.m. (Brasília time), in the final of the Carioca. Thus, Coluna do Fla will be at Maracanã to cover the decision.

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