Jardim set to keep XI that beat Flu v Medellín; likely Fla line-up | OneFootball

Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro are expected to lead Flamengo’s attack this Thursday (16)

Flamengo face Independiente Medellín (COL) this Thursday (16) in the second round of the Libertadores group stage. For the match, Leonardo Jardim is expected to repeat Flamengo’s lineup for the first time since taking charge of the team.

What is Flamengo’s likely lineup?

Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, Paquetá and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro.

If that lineup is confirmed, it will be the first time Leonardo Jardim repeats Flamengo’s starting XI. It is worth noting that this was the team that beat Fla-Flu last Sunday (12) 2-1, with Lucas Paquetá playing as the second defensive midfielder.

Who will Flamengo be without?

At the moment, Flamengo have only two absences for the match against Independiente Medellín. That is because Jorginho is still recovering from a muscle injury in his left calf. In addition, Erick Pulgar is being treated for an acromioclavicular joint injury in his right shoulder.

Will Flamengo have reinforcements?

Almost certainly yes. That is because Everton Cebolinha and Saúl could be available to Leonardo Jardim, who will decide the matchday squad on the morning of this Thursday (16), after the activation session at Ninho do Urubu.

Both Everton Cebolinha and Saúl trained with the Flamengo squad at Ninho do Urubu in recent days. Therefore, the duo will only miss out on the bench against Independiente Medellín if that is Leonardo Jardim’s decision.

Who is broadcasting the match?

Finally, it is worth noting that the Flamengo vs. Independiente Medellín match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, as well as on Disney+ Premium via streaming. Meanwhile, Coluna do Fla TV will follow all the details of the match live on YouTube.

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