Arrascaeta out, Flamengo reveal line-up for São Paulo clash | OneFootball

Flamengo debuts in the Brasileirão this Wednesday (28), at Morumbi

The journey towards the tenth championship of the Brasileirão is about to begin! This Wednesday (28), Flamengo visits São Paulo at Morumbi, with the match kicking off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time). For the match, coach Filipe Luís is expected to introduce Arrascaeta for the season, but the number 10 will start on the bench.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S LINEUP FOR THE GAME AGAINST SÃO PAULO?

Starters: Agustín Rossi, Guillermo Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Erick Pulgar, Evertton Araújo and Jorge Carrascal, Gonzalo Plata, Everton Cebolinha and Pedro.

Substitutes: Andrew, Emerson Royal, Daniel Sales, Vitão, Ayrton Lucas, Jorginho, Pablo Lucio, Arrascaeta, Guilherme, Douglas Telles, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique.

Jorginho and Arrascaeta debut in 2026. The duo missed the two classics in the Carioca for different reasons. The midfielder underwent dental treatment, while the Uruguayan had load management, preserved for the main games of the season.

As for absences, Filipe Luís cannot count on Luiz Araújo, who is experiencing muscle pain. Additionally, Saúl is still recovering from Achilles tendon surgery. Finally, Danilo and De La Cruz are preparing for the Supercup on Sunday (01), against Corinthians. By technical choice, Michael and Allan stayed in Rio de Janeiro.

HOW IS SÃO PAULO DOING?

While Flamengo is excited about the journey towards the tenth title, São Paulo is experiencing one of the biggest crises in its history. The club removed president Julio Casares from office and is at risk of relegation from the Campeonato Paulista. Before the match, fans staged protests at Morumbi.

WHERE TO WATCH SÃO PAULO VS FLAMENGO?

In summary, Flamengo's first game of the year will be broadcast by Globo, on open TV, throughout Brazil. Additionally, GETV on YouTube, and Premiere, via pay-per-view, will show the first round match of the Brasileirão. However, Coluna do Fla provides the best coverage of the match, directly from Morumbi.

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