Filipe Luís on Léo Ortiz: Will he play in the Libertadores final? | OneFootball

Léo Ortiz Trained Normally, But Hasn't Played in a Month

The main question in Flamengo's lineup is who will pair with Léo Pereira: Danilo or Léo Ortiz. The number 3 hasn't played since the semifinals of the Libertadores against Racing (ARG), but he has recovered from an ankle injury. When questioned about the lineup uncertainty, coach Filipe Luís remained mysterious.

— Of course, we won't take risks with the players. Those who I believe are best prepared to perform and depending on what I think the team needs will take the field. Tomorrow we will know who will be chosen — said Filipe Luís in a press conference.

WHAT IS LÉO ORTIZ'S SITUATION?

Léo Ortiz twisted his ankle in a match against Palmeiras, in the Brasileirão, on October 19. Despite the injury, the defender played against Racing ten days later. Subsequently, he hasn't played anymore.

Thus, the number 3 was absent from field training and only returned to work with the group last week. There was an expectation of his return last Tuesday (25), on the synthetic field of Arena MRV, but Flamengo decided to delay Léo Ortiz's return.

Therefore, the Flamengo fans will only know if Danilo or Léo Ortiz will be the starter approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes before the game. The ball rolls for the Libertadores final at 6 PM (Brasília time), at the Monumental U Stadium in Lima, Peru. Coluna do Fla will be at the stadium providing the best coverage.

WHERE TO WATCH FLAMENGO VS. PALMEIRAS IN THE LIBERTADORES?

The grand final of the Copa Libertadores da América takes place at 6 PM (Brasília time), with broadcast by Globo, on open network, throughout Brazil. Additionally, GETV (YouTube), ESPN (cable channel), and Paramount Plus (streaming) will show who will become the first Brazilian four-time champion on the continent.

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