Abel Ferreira selects ex-Flamengo player for Palmeiras v Flamengo | OneFootball

Who will be Palmeiras’ starting goalkeeper in the match against Flamengo in the Brasileirão?

Coach Abel Ferreira suffered a significant setback for the match against Flamengo, as Weverton suffered a fracture in his finger. For the starting goalkeeper spot at Palmeiras, two homegrown talents are in contention: Marcelo Lomba and Carlos Miguel.

In the final training sessions before the match against Flamengo, Abel Ferreira considered his options for who would replace Weverton. Initially, the tendency is for Carlos Miguel to start, while Lomba will be an option on the bench.

DID MARCELO LOMBA AND CARLOS MIGUEL PLAY FOR FLAMENGO?

Yes! Marcelo Lomba has a longer history with Flamengo, as after being developed at Rubro-Negro, he played for several seasons and left the club in 2011. Carlos Miguel, on the other hand, had a brief stint in the youth ranks of Mengão.

DOES PALMEIRAS HAVE MORE ABSENCES FOR THE MATCH AGAINST FLAMENGO?

In addition to Weverton, Palmeiras will be without two more players. Starting with Lucas Evangelista, who is recovering from a thigh injury. Paulinho has undergone leg surgery and will only return to the pitch next season.

HOW IS FLAMENGO PREPARING FOR THE MATCH AGAINST PALMEIRAS?

Coach Filipe Luís is dealing with the absence of Everton Cebolinha, who suffered a hip injury against Botafogo. Meanwhile, Saúl Ñíguez remains a doubt due to foot pain. The final decision on the Spaniard’s presence will be made just hours before kickoff against Palmeiras.

WHAT TIME IS THE FLAMENGO VS PALMEIRAS MATCH?

The match between Flamengo and Palmeiras will take place at 4:00 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (19th), at Maracanã. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will provide detailed coverage of the match with the most rubro-negro-focused reporting on the internet. Finally, Rede Globo (free-to-air), GETV (YouTube), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the clash, which is valid for the 29th round of the Brasileirão.

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