Filipe Luís picks Flamengo’s fittest player for Libertadores final | OneFootball

Flamengo draws with Atlético-MG at the end with a goal by Bruno Henrique in the 36th round of the Brazilian Championship

Flamengo was losing 1-0 to Atlético-MG on Tuesday (25), until Filipe Luís made substitutions in the team to tie the game at Arena MRV. Thus, the coach highlighted how Bruno Henrique, the scorer, is fully recovered for the final of the Libertadores.

— I always believed in him. Many times, a player’s form creates doubts for the fans and the press, but I never stopped believing. He’s a decisive player, a historic figure for this club. He’s in great physical and mental shape and is perhaps reaching his best moment for the big final — highlighted Filipe Luís in a press conference.

What did BH and Filipe Luís do against Atlético-MG?

Flamengo had several chances to tie and turn the game around, but goalkeeper Everson was having an inspired night. However, it only took Bruno Henrique one header to tie the match in the 36th round of the Brasileirão.

How is Bruno Henrique arriving for the Libertadores final?

The greatest winner in the history of Flamengo has scored six goals in the last six games wearing the Sacred Mantle. Bruno Henrique’s good form comes after 11 matches without direct involvement in goals.

When is the Libertadores final?

With Bruno Henrique available, Flamengo and Palmeiras will play the final of the Libertadores this Saturday (29), starting at 6pm (Brasília time). The winner of the final, which takes place at the Monumental de Lima in Peru, will become the first Brazilian team to win the tournament four times.

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