Flamengo could field a new-look midfield against Racing in the Libertadores | OneFootball

Which midfielders can Filipe Luís field for Flamengo?

Flamengo is ready for the return leg against Racing (ARG), in the semifinals of the Libertadores. Filipe Luís, in fact, may field a brand-new midfield this Wednesday (29) in pursuit of securing a spot in the final of the continental competition.

Due to the injury of Pedro, Filipe Luís trained with Saúl, Jorginho, and Pulgar in the midfield. If the coach confirms the lineup with all three together, it will be the first time that Flamengo will start a match with these three midfielders.

Since arriving at Flamengo, Filipe Luís has tested various formations, but he prefers to use only two midfielders, with Arrascaeta playing slightly further forward. However, for the match against Racing, the coach may change the formation and use Saúl, Jorginho, and Pulgar.

Why use three midfielders against Racing?

The main reason is the absence of Pedro. The striker suffered a broken arm in the first leg against Racing, in the Libertadores, and is out of the second leg of the semifinals. Additionally, the choice to field three midfielders is to have greater control of ball possession, slowing down the pace of the Argentine team.

Where will the Flamengo vs Racing match be broadcast?

The match between Flamengo and Racing will take place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) this Wednesday (29), in Argentina, for the second leg of the Libertadores semifinals. Therefore, Rede Globo, on free-to-air TV, and GETV, on YouTube, will broadcast the match.

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