Flamengo confirm Léo Ortiz injury, provide update on defender’s condition | OneFootball

Léo Ortiz left the game still in the first half, after a challenge in the defensive field

Flamengo defeated Palmeiras 3-2 at Maracanã this Sunday (19), leaving the red-and-black fans happy. However, some unpleasant news caught the Nation by surprise: Léo Ortiz left the game early and was taken to the hospital. O Mais Querido provided an update on the defender's situation and confirmed a ligament strain.

WHAT’S THE CONTEXT?

Léo Ortiz started the match as a starter for Flamengo. However, the defender suffered a heavy tackle still in the first half. He even tried to continue on the field, but was replaced by Danilo in the 26th minute.

HOW DID LÉO ORTIZ PERFORM ON THE FIELD?

The defender still managed to have an important performance against Palmeiras, even with only 26 minutes on the field. That’s because Léo Ortiz made three tackles and had a 100% success rate. He also blocked a shot and intercepted a play.

WILL HE PLAY?

Now, Léo Ortiz will have little time to try to recover for the decisive match against Racing (ARG). The defender is doubtful for the clash in the Copa Libertadores. Finally, Danilo emerges as the first option to replace the defender.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Thus, Flamengo will take the field this Wednesday (22), against Racing, at Maracanã, in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals. In this way, Coluna do Fla brings you all the information about the match.

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