Alex Sandro returns from thigh injury to start for Flamengo against Fluminense | OneFootball

Alex Sandro returns from a left thigh injury and has been named in Flamengo’s starting XI for the derby with Fluminense on Sunday in the 11th round of the Brasileirão.

"In terms of my preparation, I feel good, I feel ready. I think the physios and the coaching staff helped me in the best way so I could be fine and, who knows, maybe get a few minutes today," he said, before adding: "Everyone here is used to and aims for these moments. So today is a more special day, not only for me but for Flamengo too." He told FlamengoTV.

Alex Sandro has been out since 22 March, when he started the 1-1 draw with Corinthians and suffered a muscle injury in his left thigh. He has since been with Flamengo’s medical department.

Despite only just returning, coach Leonardo Jardim has selected him from the start against Fluminense. Flamengo’s XI is Rossi, Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro, Evertton Araújo, Paquetá and Arrascaeta, Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro.

The derby at the Maracanã kicks off at 18h, Brasília time.

Source: Coluna Do Fla