Flamengo XI: Léo Ortiz set to start v Cruz Azul, probable line-up | OneFootball

Léo Ortiz may regain his spot in defense in place of Danilo

Flamengo makes its debut in the Intercontinental Cup this Wednesday (10), when it faces Cruz Azul (MEX). For the match taking place in Doha, Qatar, Filipe Luís has outlined the red-and-black lineup with Léo Ortiz returning to the defense.

What is Flamengo’s likely lineup?

Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz (Danilo), Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Pulgar, Jorginho, Arrascaeta; Carrascal, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique.

Does Filipe Luís have any doubts?

Yes! The main doubt for Filipe Luís in Flamengo’s debut in the Intercontinental Cup is in defense. That’s because the red-and-black coach indicated Léo Ortiz returning to the lineup with Léo Pereira. However, Danilo still appears as an option for the Most Beloved.

It’s important to remember that Léo Ortiz hasn’t played for over a month. The defender was recovering from an ankle injury sustained in a match against Palmeiras, still during the Brasileirão. After that, the number 3 didn’t play for Fla anymore and missed the final of the Libertadores, for example. On that occasion, it was precisely Danilo who scored the title-winning goal for Flamengo.

Does Flamengo have any absences?

In summary, to face Cruz Azul, Filipe Luís has only one confirmed absence. That is Pedro, who is still recovering from a muscle injury in his left thigh. Initially, the number 9 was also dealing with a forearm fracture.

What are the next steps for Fla?

It’s worth remembering that, if they beat Cruz Azul, Flamengo advances in the Intercontinental Cup and faces Pyramids (EGY) already on Saturday (13). Finally, if they win the second match, Fla faces PSG (FRA) in the grand final of the Intercontinental, scheduled for December 17.

And what about the details of the match and Flamengo’s debut broadcast?

In short, the match between Flamengo and Cruz Azul kicks off at 2pm (Brasília time) this Wednesday (10). The ball will roll at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, in the Al Rayyan district, in Doha, Qatar.

Finally, it’s important to highlight that Rede Globo, on free-to-air TV, will broadcast the match between Flamengo and Cruz Azul throughout Brazil. In addition, SporTV (pay TV channel), GE TV (YouTube) and Cazé TV (YouTube) will also show Fla’s participation in the World Cup.

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