Why Wallace Yan is out of Flamengo v Cruzeiro squad for Libertadores | OneFootball

Who is in Flamengo’s squad for the game against Cruzeiro?

Flamengo released, this Tuesday (11), the squad list for the match against Cruzeiro, in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16. One absence caught the fans’ attention: Wallace Yan. So, Coluna do Fla explains why the youngster was left out.

According to reporter Mônica Alves from Coluna do Fla, Wallace Yan was left out by Leonardo Jardim’s technical decision. In other words, the No. 64 has no physical issues for the rest of the season.

What are Wallace Yan’s numbers in 2026?

Wallace Yan has played 343 minutes in the 2026 season. In 14 matches, the forward provided one assist for his teammates. It is worth noting that the youngster was on the bench in Flamengo’s last two matches, but was not used by Leonardo Jardim.

Which players were called up for Flamengo vs Cruzeiro?

It is worth noting that Flamengo have four absences for this Wednesday’s match (12): Alex Sandro, Everton Cebolinha, Luiz Araújo and Vitão. The full-back is recovering from pain in his right calf, while the No. 11 is dealing with flu-like symptoms.

In addition, Luiz Araújo is in the process of returning to the pitch after recovering from a left knee injury. Finally, center-back Vitão is out due to a muscle injury in his left thigh.

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What are the details of the Flamengo vs Cruzeiro match?

The match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro takes place this Wednesday (12), in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16. The ball starts rolling at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Mineirão. Finally, the return leg will be on August 19, at Maracanã.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings all the details of Flamengo in the 2026 season. So, stay tuned to the website, the social media and YouTube. In addition, Globo (free-to-air TV), GE TV (YouTube) and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the match against Cruzeiro.

Who could Flamengo face in the next Libertadores rounds?

If they beat Cruzeiro, Flamengo will advance to the quarterfinals to face Tolima (COL) or Independiente Del Valle (EQU). In the semifinals, Rubro-Negro could meet Estudiantes (ARG), Universidad Católica (CHI), Rosario Central (ARG) or Corinthians.

Finally, in a possible Libertadores final, Flamengo could face eight teams. They are: Mirassol, LDU (EQU), Palmeiras, Cerro Porteño (PAR), Platense (ARG), Coquimbo Unido (CHI), Fluminense and Independiente Rivadavia (ARG).

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