Leonardo Jardim leads Flamengo’s penultimate session before IDV decider | OneFootball

Red-and-black squad keeps a close eye on the decisive Libertadores quarterfinal clash

On Monday (14), Flamengo’s squad returned to training at Ninho do Urubu after beating Corinthians 2-1 on Sunday (13) at the Maracanã. Now, this Wednesday (16), coach Leonardo Jardim is stepping up preparations even further for the red-and-black players ahead of the showdown against Independiente del Valle (ECU).

According to the schedule released by Flamengo, the squad is set to train on Wednesday afternoon (16). As a result, at Ninho do Urubu, Leonardo Jardim will lead the session starting at 4 p.m. (Brasília time), with a focus on securing a place in the Libertadores semifinals against Independiente del Valle.

How did the Brasileirão win go?

First of all, Lucas Paquetá opened the scoring early in the match. However, Corinthians found an equalizer through Gui Negão. Then, Bruno Henrique decided the contest in the 43rd minute, and the Rubro-Negro remained at the top of the Brasileirão table. In the first half, Flamengo’s dominance was overwhelming, with 67% possession and 18 shots compared to none from Corinthians.

When and where is the second leg between Flamengo and Del Valle?

The decisive clash between Flamengo and Independiente del Valle takes place this Thursday (17) at the Maracanã in the second leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals. Therefore, a simple win is enough to secure Mais Querido’s place in the semifinals of the continental competition.

How did the first leg between Flamengo and Del Valle go?

In the first leg, played in Quito, Flamengo won 2-0, with goals from Bruno Henrique and Léo Pereira. However, the result earned in Ecuador leaves the Rio de Janeiro side in a comfortable position for the return match.

Even so, Jardim is avoiding any complacency despite the away result. After all, even a one-goal defeat would still send Flamengo through to the semifinals. However, a loss by two goals or more would take the tie to penalties.

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