Léo Ortiz returns as Flamengo face Estudiantes in Libertadores clash | OneFootball

Will Léo Ortiz be a starter in the Flamengo vs. Estudiantes (ARG) match?

The defender Léo Ortiz is back after serving an automatic suspension due to a third yellow card in a Brasileirão round. Thus, with the return of Flamengo's number 3, coach Filipe Luís sees a fierce competition for a spot in the defensive system for the match against Estudiantes (ARG) in the Libertadores.

Before missing the Flamengo game against Juventude on Sunday (14), Léo Ortiz was partnering in defense with Léo Pereira. However, with the absence of number 3, Danilo got the opportunity and delivered.

Given this situation, Filipe Luís has good options, but it's uncertain who will be the starting defensive duo for Flamengo against Estudiantes (ARG). The decision is expected to be made just hours before kickoff on Thursday (18) at Maracanã.

DOES FILIPE LUÍS HAVE MORE DOUBTS FOR THE FLAMENGO VS. ESTUDIANTES MATCH?

Besides the uncertainty about who will 'own' the position, Filipe Luís still has some doubts for the first quarter-final match of the Libertadores. This is because Jorginho and Alex Sandro have not yet been confirmed for the match.

According to an official statement from the club, the players are undergoing physical reconditioning with Flamengo's physiotherapists. Thus, the club is expected to 'make the call' on whether Jorginho and Alex Sandro will play against Estudiantes during the reassessment on Thursday (18), the day of the match.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S NEXT MATCH?

The Flamengo match against Estudiantes takes place at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (18) at Maracanã. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will provide details of the match on YouTube. Finally, ESPN (cable channel) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the match.

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