Filipe Luís hails Flamengo star’s return before Palmeiras clash | OneFootball

How many minutes did Erick Pulgar play in the Flamengo vs Botafogo match?

Flamengo 'strolled' this Wednesday (15) and defeated Botafogo 3-0, in the 28th round of the Brasileirão. Besides adding three points in the championship, the night was special for Erick Pulgar, who returned to the field after more than three months. Filipe Luís even celebrated the Chilean's return.

— Erick is a pillar of our team. A leader on and off the field. A fundamental player for understanding the game in all phases and for space occupation -, he said, before concluding:

— A very different player who was greatly missed. Every game we played without him was dedicated to those players who were not on the field. We are very happy to have him back -, concluded Filipe Luís.

What are Pulgar's stats in the Flamengo vs Botafogo match?

Filipe Luís chose to start the classic with Erick Pulgar on the bench. Thus, the Chilean came on in place of Evertton Araújo at 15 minutes into the second half. During this period, the midfielder completed all 16 passes he attempted on the field, in addition to making three defensive actions.

Since when had Pulgar not played?

Pulgar had not played with the Flamengo jersey for more than three months. At that time, the Chilean broke the fifth metatarsal in a match against Bayern Munich (GER). After months of recovery and treatment, the midfielder returned to the field in the classic against Botafogo.

What is Flamengo's next match?

With Erick Pulgar available, Flamengo begins preparations to face Palmeiras. Thus, the decisive match takes place at 4 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 29th round of the Brazilian Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (open channel), GE TV (YouTube) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs Palmeiras match.

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