Likely line-ups for Flamengo v Cruzeiro in today's Libertadores 'decider' | OneFootball

Flamengo and Cruzeiro battle for a spot in the Libertadores quarterfinals

Today is decision day! At 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday (19), Flamengo host Cruzeiro at the Maracanã for the second leg of the Libertadores Round of 16. With that in mind, coaches Leonardo Jardim and Artur Jorge have outlined their lineups.

What is Fla’s likely lineup?

Flamengo: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Pulgar, Jorginho (Lucas Paquetá) and Arrascaeta; Plata, Lino and Pedro (Bruno Henrique).

Does Flamengo have any absences?

Yes! In short, for the clash against Cruzeiro, coach Leonardo Jardim has most of the squad available. However, Alex Sandro, Vitão and De La Cruz are all unavailable as they continue recovering from their respective muscle injuries.

What is Cruzeiro’s likely lineup?

Otávio; Fagner, Fabrício Bruno, Jonathan Jesus and Gabriel Rojas; Lucas Romero, Gerson and Matheus Pereira; Wesley, Arroyo and Kaio Jorge.

And what about Cruzeiro’s absences?

On the other hand, Cruzeiro also have close to a full-strength squad for the match against Flamengo. The only absences are Matheus Henrique, who is suspended, as well as Gabriel Pec and Sinisterra, both injured.

What are the match details?

Flamengo and Cruzeiro face off starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday (19). The match, valid for the Libertadores Round of 16, will take place at the Maracanã. In fact, a full house is expected, with more than 71,000 fans set to be at the stadium.

How are the teams coming into the match?

As the first leg at Mineirão ended 1-1, the tie is completely open in Rio de Janeiro. Any simple win guarantees qualification. The squad led by Portuguese coach Leonardo Jardim comes in riding high, with confidence boosted after a big rout in the last round of the Brasileirão.

Who is broadcasting Flamengo vs. Cruzeiro?

In short, the Flamengo vs. Cruzeiro match will be broadcast on free-to-air TV. That is because Rede Globo will air the match live across Brazil. In addition, GE TV on YouTube and Paramount+ via streaming will also broadcast the clash.

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