Copa do Brasil: Jardim may debut 'new signing' in Flamengo v Vitória | OneFootball

Which player should start in Flamengo vs Vitória, in the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil?

By: Rodrigo Lima

Flamengo will make its debut in the Copa do Brasil this Wednesday (22) in a clash with Vitória, in the fifth round of the tournament. The ball starts rolling at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã. In the match, goalkeeper Andrew has a chance to make his debut for Mengão under coach Leonardo Jardim.

Andrew is the only player in the Flamengo squad who has not yet played in the Leonardo Jardim era. Because of that, there is anticipation over whether the goalkeeper will get a chance in Fla’s goal against Vitória.

That is because, just like last season, Flamengo is expected to field a ‘mixed’ lineup in Copa do Brasil matches. The idea behind this plan is to give playing time to squad members who have not been getting minutes and, in turn, allow the usual starters to rest.

WHEN WAS ANDREW’S LAST MATCH FOR FLAMENGO?

Andrew’s last match for Flamengo took place on March 2, when the Rubro-Negro thrashed Madureira 8-0 at the Maracanã in the semifinal of the Carioca. Since then, the goalkeeper has been available on the bench. In total, the player has also made four more appearances in goal for Mengão.

It is important to note that Andrew was one of Flamengo’s signings in the first transfer window of 2026. The goalkeeper was with Gil Vicente (POR) and arrived at the Rubro-Negro to fill the spot left by Matheus Cunha, whose contract was not renewed at the end of the 2025 season.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S NEXT MATCH?

With Andrew available and hoping for an opportunity, Flamengo takes the field this Wednesday (22) to face Vitória in the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will cover all the details of the clash on YouTube, as well as on its website and social media. Finally, SporTV (subscription channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match.

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