Leonardo Jardim honest on Flamengo 'battle' before Pulgar return | OneFootball

Erick Pulgar should be available for Flamengo’s next match

Flamengo beat Atlético-MG 4-0 this Sunday (26) and is already turning its attention to the next commitment of the season. In a press conference, Leonardo Jardim was asked about the battle for places in Mengão’s midfield and spoke openly about the matter.

— I always have to make choices, regardless of who is available or not. Whoever starts, or those who come on. It’s certainly important to have everyone available so we have more options -, he said, before concluding:

— I believe in the squad, and that means giving opportunities to those who had fewer chances to show their work and ability, because that is why they are here at Flamengo -, Leonardo Jardim concluded.

What is the situation in Flamengo’s midfield?

As soon as he arrived at Flamengo, Leonardo Jardim kept Pulgar and Jorginho as the starting defensive midfield duo. However, with both absent due to injury, Evertton Araújo and De La Cruz were given opportunities and stood out. As a result, the coach now has a good ‘headache’ for the upcoming matches.

The expectation, in fact, is that Erick Pulgar will be available for the match against Estudiantes (ARG) this Wednesday (29). The Chilean suffered an injury to his right shoulder and will therefore have two decisive training sessions to determine whether he can take the field.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo is now turning its focus back to the Libertadores. This Wednesday (29), Rubro-Negro faces Estudiantes at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in the third round of the continental tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of Flamengo’s match through YouTube, the website and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), GE TV (YouTube) and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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