Plata and Ayrton Lucas: latest on the duo before Flamengo's next match | OneFootball

Plata has already resumed light training, while Ayrton Lucas showed progress in his thigh injury recovery

By: Rodrigo Lima

Flamengo’s first week of the FIFA international break came with good news regarding the medical status of Gonzalo Plata and Ayrton Lucas. Given the situation, Coluna do Fla brings you an update on the clinical condition of the forward and the left back.

Gonzalo Plata was treated by the Medical Department after complaining of pain in his right thigh following the match against Bragantino at the Maracanã. Upon reporting back at Ninho do Urubu last Wednesday (23), the player underwent tests, which did not detect any injury in the area.

What is Ayrton Lucas’ situation?

Ayrton Lucas’ case is different from Plata’s. The left back suffered a muscle injury in the back of his right thigh during the match against Bragantino at the Maracanã. On that occasion, the No. 6 got hurt after trying to burst forward. He immediately went down and left the pitch in considerable pain.

Will Plata and Ayrton Lucas play in Flamengo’s next match?

Even though they are in different clinical conditions, it is still unclear whether Plata and Ayrton Lucas will be fit for Flamengo’s next game. Therefore, their training routine will be what gives Leonardo Jardim the green light on whether he can count on the pair for the clash with Santos on October 8 in the Brasileirão.

Does Flamengo have confirmed absences for the match against Santos?

Yes! While Plata and Ayrton Lucas continue following their programs, Flamengo already have two confirmed absences. Arrascaeta suffered a fracture in his left wrist while playing for Uruguay during this FIFA international break and will undergo surgery on Thursday (01).

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo return to action on October 8 (Thursday) against Santos in the Brasileirão. In short, the match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Brasília time at Vila Belmiro. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will cover all the details of the match on YouTube, as well as on the website and social media. Finally, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the game.

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