With Paquetá, Flamengo announce squad for Madureira clash in the Carioca | OneFootball

Does Flamengo Have Absences for the Match Against Madureira?

Flamengo takes the field this Sunday (22) to face Madureira in the first leg of the semifinals of the Carioca. At Maracanã, the Rubro-Negro will be looking to gain an advantage in the clash against the Tricolor Suburbano. Thus, coach Filipe Luís has released the squad list for the State Championship match.

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Who Has Flamengo Called Up for the Match Against Madureira?

Goalkeepers: Andrew, Rossi and Dyogo Alves; Defenders: Danilo, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Vitão; Full-backs: Alex Sandro, Ayrton Lucas, Daniel Sales, Emerson Royal and Varela; Midfielders: Carrascal, Arrascaeta, De La Cruz, Pulgar, Evertton Araújo and Lucas Paquetá; Forwards: Douglas Telles, Cebolinha, Luiz Araújo, Pedro, Plata and Samuel Lino.

Does Flamengo Have Absences for the Carioca Match?

After the Supercopa do Brasil on February 1st, Jorginho reported muscle pain in his left thigh. Thus, imaging tests confirmed an injury in the posterior region. Flamengo forward Bruno Henrique felt discomfort in the pubic area.

In addition, Saúl remains out as he recovers from surgery on his left ankle. The expectation is that the Spanish midfielder will return to the pitch in March. Finally, Wallace Yan has begun physical reconditioning work.

What Is Flamengo’s Situation in the Carioca?

Flamengo secured a spot in the semifinals of the Carioca after eliminating Botafogo in the quarterfinals, 2-1. Now, the Rubro-Negro faces Madureira in home and away matches in search of a place in the grand final. It’s worth noting that Vasco and Fluminense could face Mengão in the State Championship final.

Where to Watch Flamengo vs Madureira?

Thus, the ball will roll for Flamengo and Madureira at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (22), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Carioca semifinal. Next, the teams will meet again on March 2nd to decide who will advance to the State Championship final.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Madureira, through YouTube, the website and social media. However, GE TV (YouTube), SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Carioca match.

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