Léo Ortiz limps off injured, Flamengo worry for Libertadores semi | OneFootball

Flamengo begins its journey in the Libertadores semifinal this Wednesday (22)

Flamengo has a new ‘headache’ for its upcoming matches this season. That’s because, this Sunday (19), Léo Ortiz left the game against Palmeiras with pain in his right ankle. As a result, the defender is a concern for Mengão ahead of the Libertadores semifinal.

SEE FLAMENGO’S STATEMENT ABOUT LÉO ORTIZ’S ISSUE:

“After Vitor Roque fell on his leg in the first half, Léo Ortiz felt pain in his right ankle and had to be substituted. He began receiving treatment at the stadium and then went to the hospital for imaging tests, accompanied by doctor Vitor Pereira.”

The incident involving Léo Ortiz happened at the 16th minute of the first half. After dispossessing Vitor Roque, the Palmeiras striker ended up falling on the Flamengo defender’s ankle. After receiving treatment on the field, the defender even tried to return to the pitch, but was substituted for Danilo.

Who will get a chance at Flamengo?

It’s worth noting that Léo Ortiz is a guaranteed starter in Filipe Luís’s team, forming a center-back duo with Léo Pereira. Now, with the possible injury to the number 3, Danilo should get more opportunities among the starters.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Léo Ortiz becomes a major concern for Flamengo amid the Libertadores semifinal. The Rubro-Negro begins its quest for a spot in the continental tournament final this Wednesday (22), against Racing (ARG).

When do Flamengo and Racing face each other?

The first leg between Flamengo and Racing takes place at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday (22), at Maracanã. Then, on October 29, the teams will meet again for the second leg of the semifinal, in Avellaneda.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (broadcast TV) and GE TV (YouTube) will broadcast the Flamengo vs Racing match.

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