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Flamengo could have a backup defensive midfield duo in their Libertadores opener

Flamengo could suffer an important absence against Cusco (PER) in their first Libertadores match. According to Coluna do Fla, Jorginho is doubtful for the clash, which takes place next Wednesday (08) in Peru, due to muscle pain. The midfielder underwent tests this Monday (06) and is awaiting the results.

If Jorginho’s absence is confirmed, Flamengo will have a backup defensive midfield pairing for their Libertadores opener. That is because Erick Pulgar is already out of the match due to an injury to the acromioclavicular joint in his right shoulder. As a result, Evertton Araújo is the favorite to start Flamengo’s Libertadores campaign.

Alongside the Ninho graduate, Leonardo Jardim has a major question mark. After all, De La Cruz is also doubtful due to altitude sickness. For that reason, the Uruguayan was left out of the match against LDU (ECU) in Quito last year, for example. Therefore, Lucas Paquetá could be moved deeper to play as the second defensive midfielder.

HOW HAS JORGINHO DONE IN RECENT MATCHES?

After the international break, Jorginho featured in both of Flamengo’s matches: 90 minutes against Bragantino and another 90 against Santos, with only a two-day gap between one game and the other. So, the 34-year-old midfielder felt the effects of the heavy schedule and is not expected to travel to Peru.

WHEN AND WHERE WILL FLAMENGO VS CUSCO BE PLAYED?

The long trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco also works against Jorginho. After all, Flamengo will face a journey of nearly 4,000 kilometers to the Peruvian city. In addition, the match will take place at Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium, located 3,400 meters above sea level.

Flamengo’s first Libertadores match kicks off at 9:30 PM Brasília time this Wednesday (08), with full coverage from Coluna do Fla, live from the stadium. In addition, Globo will broadcast the clash on free-to-air TV across most of Brazil. Finally, streaming platform Paramount Plus will show the four-time South American champions in action.

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