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What is Flamengo’s likely lineup for the match against Cusco (PER)?

Flamengo return to the field this Tuesday (26) to face Cusco (PER) in the final round of the Libertadores group stage. Despite already being qualified, the match is important for Mengão, who are aiming for the best overall record in the tournament. In search of a win, coach Leonardo Jardim has three confirmed absences.

Flamengo coach Leonardo Jardim knows he will not be able to count on Arrascaeta, Jorginho and Cebolinha this Tuesday (26). The Uruguayan is recovering from surgery on his right collarbone, the midfielder suffered a fracture to the big toe on his right foot and, finally, the number 11 is still being treated for hip pain.

What is Flamengo’s likely lineup?

With qualification and first place in Group A already secured, Leonardo Jardim is expected to rest some players against Cusco. Therefore, Flamengo’s likely lineup includes the following names: Rossi; Royal, Danilo, Vitão and Ayrton Lucas; Erick Pulgar, Saúl and Jorge Carrascal; Plata, Bruno Henrique and Pedro.

How important is it to have the best overall Libertadores record?

It is worth noting that the team with the best overall record in the Libertadores has an important advantage in the knockout rounds. That is because the club gets to play the second leg of every tie at home, except for the final, which is played as a single match.

When do Flamengo and Cusco face each other?

The match between Flamengo and Cusco takes place this Tuesday (26), in the final round of the Libertadores group stage. The ball starts rolling at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, with the promise of a ‘packed’ stadium from the red-and-black fans.

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

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