Filipe Luís faces selection dilemma ahead of Flamengo v Botafogo clash | OneFootball

What is Filipe Luís planning for the Flamengo vs Botafogo match?

By: Rodrigo Lima

The Flamengo squad is in the final stages of preparation for the derby against Botafogo, for the Brasileirão. Even with the match approaching, which takes place this Wednesday (15), coach Filipe Luís is facing a dilemma with some players in the squad due to the synthetic pitch at Engenhão.

As reported by Coluna do Fla, coach Filipe Luís has been evaluating the use of some players in the derby on Wednesday (15). This is because players like De La Cruz, who has never played a match on synthetic turf, Allan, among others, are particularly affected by this type of surface.

According to the coaching staff, the change in pitch directly influences the players’ performance on the field. Thus, Filipe Luís is considering the best strategy to have most of his players available against Botafogo.

WILL ERICK PULGAR RETURN FOR THE FLAMENGO VS BOTAFOGO MATCH?

Erick Pulgar is getting closer to returning to the pitch for Flamengo. Initially, there was hope he could return against Botafogo. However, due to the synthetic turf, the midfielder may end up being rested.

WILL SAÚL ÑÍGUEZ RETURN FOR THE FLAMENGO VS BOTAFOGO MATCH?

Having missed Flamengo’s last match due to inflammation in his left ankle, Saúl Ñíguez still does not have his presence confirmed for this Wednesday (15). The Spaniard has shown improvement, but the decision on whether he will play is in Filipe Luís’s hands.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S SITUATION FOR THE MATCH AGAINST BOTAFOGO?

Danilo and Wallace Yan are confirmed absences against Botafogo. Both the defender and the forward received red cards and will serve automatic suspensions this Wednesday (15). On the other hand, Léo Ortiz returns to the team.

WHEN IS THE FLAMENGO VS BOTAFOGO MATCH?

The match between Flamengo and Botafogo takes place at 7:30 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday (15), at Engenhão. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will cover the details of the match on YouTube. Finally, the match will also be broadcast on Premiere, via pay-per-view.

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