Flamengo have 4 absentees for Vitória clash in the Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

The 2026 Copa do Brasil is heading into the Round of 16

Flamengo take the field on Thursday night (14) when they face Vitória in the second leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil. For the match, which will take place in Salvador, Bahia, coach Leonardo Jardim has four confirmed absences.

First of all, Erick Pulgar is still being treated for an injury to the acromioclavicular joint in his right shoulder. Meanwhile, Lucas Paquetá is recovering from swelling in the tendon of his left thigh. The expectation is that both will return for Fla next week.

In addition, Arrascaeta is recovering from surgery to repair a fractured collarbone. Finally, Gonzalo Plata has a knee injury and did not travel to Salvador with the Flamengo squad.

What are the broadcast details?

Lastly, it is worth noting that the Flamengo vs. Vitória match will be broadcast live on Premiere via pay-per-view, as well as on SporTV on cable TV. Meanwhile, Coluna do Fla TV, on YouTube, will cover everything from pre-match to post-match.

What scenarios would send Fla through?

In short, in the first leg, Flamengo beat Vitória 2-1 at the Maracanã. As a result, the Rubro-Negro travel to Salvador with a slim advantage. That means even a draw would see Leonardo Jardim’s team advance in the Copa do Brasil.

If they draw or win by any scoreline, Flamengo will advance to the Round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. However, if they lose by one goal, the qualification spot will be decided on penalties.

Moreover, if they lose by two goals or more, Flamengo will be eliminated, and Vitória will move on in the 2026 Copa do Brasil. It is worth remembering that in this edition, the Most Beloved is chasing its sixth title in the competition.

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