Flamengo hope to have 3 boosts for Botafogo clash in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Leonardo Jardim expects to have Alex Sandro, Vitão, and De La Cruz available

Flamengo are preparing to face Botafogo next Sunday (30) in a match valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. For the Rio derby at the Maracanã, Fla hope to have three reinforcements coming back from the Medical Department.

In short, Flamengo are working with the expectation of having reinforcements for this Sunday’s derby (30). That is because Alex Sandro, Vitão, and De La Cruz have progressed in the recovery from their respective injuries and are already doing on-field activities at Ninho do Urubu.

Although they are not yet training fully with the group, the trio are in the physical transition phase and will undergo reassessments throughout the week. The idea is for Leonardo Jardim’s coaching staff to determine whether or not the players can be included in the squad for the derby against Botafogo.

It is worth remembering that Alex Sandro is being treated for tendinitis in his right calf. Meanwhile, Vitão and De La Cruz are recovering from muscle injuries in their left thigh. Finally, in addition to the trio, center-back Léo Pereira, who was rested in the last round due to physical wear and tear, should also be included as normal for the match against Botafogo.

What are the details of the Flamengo vs Botafogo match?

Set to have three reinforcements, Flamengo will only return to the field on Sunday (30), when they take on Botafogo starting at 4:00 p.m. (Brasília time). The match, valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship, will take place at the Maracanã.

In addition, the Rio derby will be broadcast live by Rede Globo on free-to-air TV. On the other hand, GE TV on YouTube and Premiere on pay-per-view will also show the Flamengo vs Botafogo match. Finally, Coluna do Fla will cover every detail of the game through its website, social media, and YouTube channel.

What is Flamengo’s situation in the standings?

With the defeat to Cruzeiro last Saturday (22), Flamengo remained on 45 points in the Brasileirão table. As Palmeiras beat Vasco, they once again extended their advantage over the Rubro-Negro from three to six points (51), though with one more match played.

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