Paquetá fractures hand vs Cruzeiro, set to play Flamengo's next games | OneFootball

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·12 March 2026

Paquetá fractures hand vs Cruzeiro, set to play Flamengo's next games

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Is Paquetá available for Flamengo's next game?


Lucas Paquetá underwent medical examinations on the morning of this Thursday (12), at the Ninho do Urubu training center. The images detected a fracture in the fourth metacarpal of his right hand, and the player will have to use an immobilization in the area for Flamengo's upcoming games.

What was Flamengo's statement about Paquetá?

“In an imaging exam conducted on the morning of this Thursday, at the George Helal training center, the midfielder had a confirmed fracture in the 4th metacarpal of his right hand. The athlete will use a specific immobilization in the area, which will allow him to train and play without limitations.”


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Can Paquetá train with Flamengo's squad?

Yes! According to Flamengo, Paquetá will use an immobilization to be able to train and play with the Sacred Mantle. Therefore, the athlete is available to coach Leonardo Jardim against Botafogo.

Paquetá, like the other players, will have two more days of activities before facing Botafogo. Flamengo's squad will train this Friday (13) and Saturday (14), at the Ninho do Urubu training center.

What time is Flamengo's game against Botafogo?

The match between Flamengo and Botafogo is scheduled for 8:30 PM (Brasília time) this Saturday (14), at Engenhão, for the sixth round of the Brazilian Championship. Therefore, Coluna do Fla will be present for the most passionate coverage on the internet.

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