Line-up: Marcão to keep side that beat Palmeiras, doubt at back | OneFootball

Fluminense is expected to keep the core of the team that beat Palmeiras 3-2 last Saturday for Tuesday’s (18) match against Independiente Rivadavia in Mendoza, in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores round of 16. Marcão’s strategy is to go for qualification without leaving space for counterattacks, the Argentine team’s main weapon.According to journalist Pedro Brandão of Lance, the lineup used in the win over Palmeiras was tested with the Libertadores clash in mind and pleased the coaching staff. As a result, the tendency is for the team to remain unchanged, with only one doubt in central defense alongside Thiago Silva.The probable lineup has Fábio; Guga, Thiago Silva, Freytes (Millán or Ignácio) and Renê; Martinelli, Hércules and Ganso; Soteldo, Canobbio and Hulk.Freytes and Facundo Millán are the main candidates for the spot. Both play on the left side of the defense and recently returned from injury, which still leaves some doubt about their physical condition to start the match.Another option is Ignácio, who is in good form and has earned more playing time in recent matches. If he is chosen, however, Thiago Silva would have to play on the left side of the center-back pairing, a different position from the one he usually occupies.Marcão’s idea is to repeat the balance shown against Palmeiras. Fluminense need to win or draw with goals to advance, since the first leg at the Maracanã ended 0-0. Another goalless draw would send the decision to penalties.The match against Independiente Rivadavia will be played this Tuesday at 7 p.m. (Brasília time) at Bautista Gargantini Stadium in Mendoza.

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