Flamengo miss one, four risk suspension for Cruzeiro cup clash | OneFootball

The day has arrived for Flamengo to face Cruzeiro, in a match valid for the 26th round of the Brasileirão

This Thursday (02), Fla faces Cruzeiro at Maracanã. The match, valid for the 26th round of the Brasileirão, kicks off at 8:30 PM (Brasília time). For the match, Filipe Luís has one absence and four players at risk of suspension.

Who are Flamengo’s absences?

In summary, to face Cruzeiro, Filipe Luís has only one confirmed absence. Thus, Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery on his right foot, will not be available for Flamengo this Thursday (02).

And the players at risk of suspension?

In addition to the absences, Flamengo has four players at risk of suspension with two yellow cards each. They are: Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro, Allan, and Arrascaeta. Therefore, if these players receive a third yellow card against Cruzeiro, they will miss the 27th round match against Bahia.

How is the standings?

Currently, Flamengo remains at the top of the Brasileirão. That’s because, the Most Beloved has 54 points. Palmeiras, who beat Vasco in the 26th round, is in second place with 52. Finally, Cruzeiro, who faces Fla, is in third with 50.

It’s no wonder that the match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro is considered a ‘six-point’ game. That’s because, while the direct clash won’t change the top of the Brasileirão, it will determine how big a lead Rubro-Negro can open up.

What are the match and broadcast details?

Finally, Flamengo and Cruzeiro go head-to-head starting at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (02), for the 26th round of the Brasileirão. The direct clash takes place at Maracanã, with live broadcast on SporTV (subscription channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view).

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