Botafogo star injured against Fluminense, could miss Flamengo clash | OneFootball

Flamengo and Botafogo play the Carioca quarterfinals at Engenhão

Botafogo may be missing players when they face Flamengo this Sunday (15). This is because midfielder Danilo went down on the field with pain during the match against Fluminense this Thursday (12), in the third round of the Brasileirão.

The player felt pain in the inner part of his thigh right after taking a free kick that hit the opponent's post. As a result, the midfielder left the field and began treatment with ice on his left leg.

What does Danilo have to do with Flamengo?

If his absence is confirmed, Botafogo will lose the team's top scorer, with four goals, for the match against Flamengo. After all, the derby takes place at Engenhão, in the quarterfinals of the Campeonato Carioca.

However, the midfielder may not be the only absence for the rival. This is because the long list of injured players includes Mateo Ponte, Santiago Rodriguez, Fernando Marçal, Bastos, Chris Ramos, Joaquin Correa, and Kaio Pantaleão.

Does Flamengo also have absences?

The list of absences for the Red and Black is more modest. Only Guilherme Varela, Jorginho, and Saúl Ñíguez are in the medical department. The last player mentioned, however, is recovering from surgery on his tendon.

What time do Flamengo and Botafogo play?

With Danilo's presence still unconfirmed, Flamengo faces Botafogo starting at 5:30 PM (Brasília time), at Estádio Nilton Santos. Thus, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Botafogo through YouTube, the website, and social media.

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