Jorginho suffers muscle injury, out of Flamengo's Libertadores clash | OneFootball

When do Flamengo make their Libertadores debut?

Flamengo have another absentee for the match against Cusco (PER) this Wednesday (08), in their Libertadores opener. That’s because Jorginho suffered a muscle injury and will not be available to coach Leonardo Jardim for the clash.

What was Flamengo’s official statement?

“After leaving Sunday’s match (5) against Santos with pain in his left calf, the midfielder underwent an MRI scan this Monday. The result confirmed a muscle injury in the area. The player has already begun treatment with Flamengo’s Medical Department.”

Will Jorginho return for Fla-Flu?

No! According to reporting by Coluna do Fla, Jorginho will also not be available for Flamengo against Fluminense on Saturday (11), in the Brasileirão. The defensive midfielder still has no expected date to return to the pitch.

Who should replace Jorginho against Cusco?

At the moment, coach Leonardo Jardim has Evertton Araújo and Paquetá as options for the clash with Cusco. That’s because Erick Pulgar is also injured, and De La Cruz could be rested due to his poor track record at altitude.

When is the Flamengo vs Cusco match?

Flamengo’s match against Cusco is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday (08), in Peru, in their opening match of the Copa Libertadores. Therefore, Coluna do Fla will bring the main updates on the Rubro-Negro through social media.

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