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Pedro is available to Leonardo Jardim for Flamengo’s match

Flamengo is making the final adjustments to face Independiente Medellín (COL) this Thursday (07), in the fourth round of the Libertadores. Wearing the No. 9 shirt for Mengão, Pedro is hoping to reach a new record in the continental tournament.

At the moment, Pedro has scored 27 goals in the history of the Libertadores. In other words, the No. 9 is close to matching Luizão, the second-highest Brazilian scorer in the tournament, with 29 goals. It is worth noting that the leader of the ranking is Gabigol, a two-time continental champion with Fla, with 31 goals scored.

Will Pedro start in Flamengo vs. Medellín?

It is worth noting that Pedro is available to Leonardo Jardim for this Thursday’s (07) match in the Libertadores. Flamengo’s likely lineup, in fact, includes the following names: Rossi; Royal, Danilo, Vitão and Ayrton Lucas; Evertton Araújo, Jorginho and Carrascal; Luiz Araújo, Cebolinha and Pedro.

What are Pedro’s numbers for Flamengo in 2026?

Pedro is Flamengo’s outright top scorer in the 2026 season. After all, so far the No. 9 has played 26 matches, with 16 goals and four assists. Thus, the striker has established himself as an undisputed starter under Leonardo Jardim.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Pedro available, Flamengo is focused on its next match of the season. This Thursday (07), the Rubro-Negro faces Independiente Medellín (COL) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Atanasio Girardot Stadium, in the fourth round of the Libertadores.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín through YouTube, the website and social media. However, ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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