Flamengo quartet set for first Libertadores match abroad | OneFootball

With Champions League experience, four players are set to debut in the Libertadores outside Brazil wearing the Flamengo jersey

The Libertadores enters a decisive phase for Flamengo. This Thursday (25th), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), the team faces Estudiantes (ARG) at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata. The match is worth a spot in the semifinals of the continental competition.

The clash could also mark the debut of four new signings outside Brazil in the Libertadores. Emerson Royal, Jorginho, Saúl Ñíguez, and Samuel Lino have never played an official match outside the country in the South American tournament. Now, they are looking forward to this opportunity.

Among the newcomers, Saúl boasts the most impressive résumé. The Spanish midfielder has participated in ten editions of the Champions League and three more in the Europa League. Even so, he has never played outside Brazil in the Libertadores.

AND THE BRAZILIANS, HAVE THEY NEVER PLAYED THE LIBERTADORES OUTSIDE BRAZIL?

In addition to Saúl, three other players are hoping to make their debut outside Brazil in the Libertadores. Emerson Royal, Jorginho, and Samuel Lino arrived during this transfer window. It’s worth noting that all of them built their careers in European football.

The right-back even helped Atlético-MG qualify for the Libertadores in 2019. However, he was transferred to Real Betis (ESP) before the tournament began. A similar situation happened with the other two players.

AND WHAT ABOUT CARRASCAL?

Carrascal, on the other hand, already has experience in the tournament. That’s because the Colombian played in the competition between 2019 and 2021, when he wore the River Plate (ARG) jersey. Nevertheless, he has not yet played for the Rio club outside Brazil.

HOW MANY LIBERTADORES HAS CARRASCAL PLAYED?

The Colombian midfielder took part in three editions of the Libertadores. He played in decisive moments with River Plate and arrives with valuable experience. Even so, he is still waiting to make his debut with his new club.

Coach Filipe Luís will have all these players available for the match against Estudiantes. In short, the game will be broadcast on ESPN (cable channel) and Disney+ (streaming). Coluna do Fla will cover everything in real time.

IS JORGINHO GOING TO PLAY?

Jorginho, in fact, returns to the team after a month out. The midfielder was sidelined due to a left thigh edema and comes back at the most important moment of the season. The coaching staff’s expectations are positive.

The player took part in training sessions in Buenos Aires and was included in the squad as usual. In an interview with FlamengoTV, he commented on his feelings about returning to the pitch for a decisive match.

“The importance of the game is huge. The expectation to return is great, it was a long period away from the pitch. The desire to help my teammates and Flamengo is very strong,” he said.

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