Lucas Paquetá could return for Flamengo v Internacional in Brasileirão | OneFootball

Lucas Paquetá was at the World Cup when he suffered a muscle problem

While the signings have yet to be finalized, Flamengo could get an in-house boost. That is because, this Monday (27), Lucas Paquetá trained for the first time with the rest of the squad after a muscle injury in his left thigh.

Therefore, there is a chance the midfielder will be included again in the Rubro-Negro squad against Internacional, in the 21st round of the Brasileirão. The player has not played for a month, which could weigh on Leonardo Jardim’s decision on whether or not to use him this Wednesday (29).

When did Lucas Paquetá get injured?

The Rubro-Negro midfielder’s injury happened in the first half of the match between Brazil and Japan in the Round of 32 of the World Cup, on June 29. Therefore, the player was unavailable for Brazil against Norway, and for Flamengo against Chapecoense and São Paulo.

Are there still injured players at Flamengo?

The medical department has cleared Paquetá, but is still treating Gonzalo Plata’s tendinitis in his right knee and Luiz Araújo’s knee trauma. Recently, Léo Ortiz also rejoined Mengão’s training sessions.

What is Paquetá’s situation?

The tendency is that the 28-year-old midfielder still will not return to the starting lineup against Internacional. That is because the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 against Cruzeiro, on August 13, is approaching.

Therefore, the most likely scenario is that the player will go through the same situation as Arrascaeta. The No. 10 is getting gradual minutes in each game, but is still not starting matches. Both had muscle problems with their national teams.

What time does Flamengo face Internacional?

With a chance of Paquetá’s return, Flamengo is back in action this Wednesday (29) to face Internacional. The match starts at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Beira-Rio Stadium, in the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details of Flamengo’s 2026 season. So stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, Prime Video (streaming) will broadcast the match against Internacional.

What is the author’s opinion on Paquetá’s situation?

“Paquetá’s return is great news for a midfield that showed little creativity in the first half against São Paulo. I also hope he is mentally well after Brazil’s early elimination from the World Cup,” said João Vítor Reis, from Coluna do Fla.

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