Pulgar returns: see how many shots Flamengo face without the midfielder | OneFootball

Midfielder Erick Pulgar kicked a Bayern Munich (GER) striker and broke his right foot

The midfielder Erick Pulgar is in the final stages of recovery after a fracture in his right foot. Thus, the Chilean’s return tends to further strengthen the defensive sector of Flamengo. That’s because, without the number 5, the average number of shots suffered by Rubro-Negro has increased.

In the 17 matches with Pulgar, the Rubro-Negro of 2025 scored 35 goals and conceded 13. Without the Chilean player, Mengão won 18 times, drew six, and lost four in 28 matches, with 44 goals scored and 16 conceded.

How many shots did Flamengo face with and without Pulgar?

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The survey by Mundo Bola Flamengo does not consider matches from the Campeonato Carioca. Therefore, the data only accounts for matches in the Brasileirão, Libertadores, Copa do Brasil, Club World Cup, and Supercopa Rei.

How did Pulgar get injured?

In the round of 16 of the Club World Cup, on June 29, Pulgar delivered a strong kick to Harry Kane, from Bayern Munich (GER), and came off worse. The fracture was detected, and the midfielder underwent surgery.

The expectation is that Pulgar will be listed for Flamengo games after the FIFA break. However, the recovery time and the starting status of Saúl should lead to a gradual return of the Chilean to matches.

When is Flamengo’s next match?

Without the guarantee of Pulgar, Flamengo is preparing for a classic. That’s because Rubro-Negro faces Botafogo next Wednesday (15th), starting at 7:30 pm (Brasília time), at Engenhão.

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