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Bruno Henrique and Saúl should return to play for Flamengo in April

At the moment, the domestic calendar is on hold due to the March FIFA international break. The pause, it is worth noting, has been positive for two Flamengo players: Bruno Henrique and Saúl. That is because both have been making progress in their respective recoveries.

What is Bruno Henrique’s situation?

In short, Bruno Henrique returned to training with the group over the last two days after recovering from pubalgia. As a result, the forward is now very close to being available for the match against Red Bull Bragantino this Thursday (02).

It is worth remembering that Bruno Henrique has not played since the second and decisive leg of the Recopa Sudamericana against Lanús (ARG) on February 26. Therefore, after the FIFA international break, the forward could make his debut under Leonardo Jardim.

And what about Saúl?

At the moment, Saúl is in the final stage of physiotherapy. As a result, the player will be handed over to Flamengo’s fitness staff in April. Thus, depending on his progress in the next stage, the Spaniard could be cleared by the second week of the month to train with the squad.

Although he is not expected to return immediately after the March FIFA international break, Saúl could be available to Leonardo Jardim for the Copa Libertadores. It is worth noting that Flamengo’s first match in the South American competition will take place on April 8, against Cusco (PER).

However, Flamengo will still have two other Libertadores matches in the coming month. The second game in the tournament will be against Colombia’s Independiente Medellín on April 16. Finally, on the 29th, the Rubro-Negro side will face Estudiantes (ARG). Therefore, Saúl could return in one of the continental competition matches.

When is Flamengo’s next match?

With a chance of having Bruno Henrique back, but with Saúl still out, Flamengo face Red Bull Bragantino this Thursday (02). Finally, kick-off is at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time at Estádio Cícero de Souza Marques, for the ninth round of the Brasileirão.

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