Fluminense v Nova Iguaçu: how to watch, kick-off time, likely XI | OneFootball

The wait is over. Fluminense return to the field this Wednesday after the long break for the World Cup. The team faces Nova Iguaçu at 8:30 p.m. at the Maracanã in a friendly that could mark Hulk’s debut in the tricolor shirt.After beating São Cristóvão 5-0 in a training match held at CT Carlos Castilho, the coach is expected to use the main squad for the first time in a friendly open to the public. The trend is for the coaching staff to distribute minutes between starters and reserves throughout the match.The main expectation is around Hulk. Signed for the rest of the season, the forward is expected to make his first appearance in a Fluminense shirt at the Maracanã.Another signing, center-back Thiago Silva is still being treated cautiously and could be rested, with no guaranteed presence in the friendly. Meanwhile, Canobbio is still on vacation after playing in the World Cup for the Uruguay national team and will miss the match.In addition to the clash with Nova Iguaçu, Fluminense will also face Bahia on the 12th, also at the Maracanã, wrapping up preparations before official competitions resume.Probable Fluminense lineup: Fábio; Guga (Samuel Xavier), Jemmes, Freytes and Guilherme Arana (Renê); Hércules, Martinelli and Lucho Acosta; Hulk, Savarino and John Kennedy (Serna).

Where to watch: the match will be broadcast live on ge tv, sportv and Premiere.

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