Flamengo without two, one doubtful for Grêmio clash in Brasileirão | OneFootball

Flamengo and Grêmio face off at 4 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (31)

Countdown to another game of the Brasileirão! This Sunday (31), Flamengo takes on Grêmio in the 22nd round of the national competition. For the match at Maracanã, coach Filipe Luís will be without two players and has one doubt.

A known absence, Erick Pulgar is still recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot performed in early July. The Chilean midfielder is expected to return to training with Flamengo in the second half of September.

Additionally, Filipe Luís will have a problem at left-back. This is because Alex Sandro suffered a left calf injury as confirmed by an exam conducted last Tuesday (26). Immediately after, the Flamengo player began treatment, but will not be able to play against Grêmio.

AND THE DOUBT?

One of the ‘key players’ in Flamengo's midfield, Jorginho has not participated in group training for the past two days due to thigh pain. The midfielder has only been doing gym exercises, and Saturday's (30) training session will be crucial to determine if the player will be available for the next game.

WHO WILL PLAY LEFT-BACK?

To fill the left-back position, Flamengo has two options. Filipe Luís can choose between Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña for the position. It is worth noting that, except for Pulgar and Alex Sandro, the coach has all other players available.

WHAT TIME DOES THE BALL ROLL FOR FLAMENGO AND GRÊMIO?

Flamengo and Grêmio face off this Sunday (31), starting at 4 PM (Brasília time), for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The Rubro-Negro aims to maintain their good form and, above all, continue firmly in the isolated lead of the points-based competition.

Those unable to watch the game at the stadium can follow it on Globo (free-to-air TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view). Additionally, Coluna do Fla will provide all live updates on the website, social media, and YouTube channel, so that fans don't miss any details.

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