Coluna do Fla
·18 septembre 2025
Flamengo v Estudiantes: live, line-ups and all you need to know

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·18 septembre 2025
Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18th) to face Estudiantes (ARG) in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. Therefore, Coluna do Fla provides details of the match for the fans to stay updated on everything about the Most Beloved.
To face Estudiantes, Flamengo has one confirmed absence so far. It is Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery after a fracture in the metatarsal of his right foot. Additionally, Filipe Luís is still uncertain for the match.
This is because Jorginho and Alex Sandro spent the week treating a thigh edema and a calf injury, respectively. However, the players might still appear on Flamengo's squad list.
On the other hand, Estudiantes, led by coach Eduardo Domínguez, has two confirmed absences for the game against Flamengo: González Pirez (hamstring tendon injury in the right leg) and Edwuin Cetré (left distal biceps injury).
In short, the game between Flamengo and Estudiantes will be broadcast live on ESPN (subscription channel), as well as on Disney+ (streaming). Additionally, Coluna do Fla TV on YouTube will cover all pre and post-match details.
Location: Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro Competition: Libertadores, first leg of the quarterfinals Date: September 18, 2025, Thursday Time: 9:30 PM (Brasília time) Broadcast: ESPN (subscription channel) and Disney+ (streaming) Referee: Andres Rojas Assistants: Alexander Guzman and Jhon A. Leon Fourth official: Jhon A. Ospina VAR: Nicolas Gallo
Flamengo: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; De la Cruz, Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro. Coach: Filipe Luís.
Estudiantes: Fernando Muslera; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez and Santiago Arzamendia; Tiago Palacios, Gabriel Neves, Santiago Ascacíbar, Mikel Amondarain and Cristian Medina; and Guido Carrillo. Coach: Eduardo Domínguez.
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