With Libertadores in mind, depleted Fluminense pick squad for Atlético-MG | OneFootball

Fluminense takes the field shortly, at 4 p.m., against Atlético-MG at Arena MRV, in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. With an eye on the decisive second leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals in midweek, coach Marcão chose to rest his starters and named an alternative lineup for the clash in Belo Horizonte.

Enjoying an excellent run this season under Marcão, unbeaten in six matches (four wins and two draws), the Tricolor is defending a streak of nine league games without defeat in the Brasileirão. Currently in fourth place with 45 points, the team is looking to solidify its spot in the G-4 and end an uncomfortable drought: securing its first away win in the competition since April.

Attacking absences and the medical list

Beyond the physical planning focused on the continental tournament, Fluminense is also dealing with important absences. Up front, Hulk did not travel for contractual reasons, as a clause requires a fee to be paid for the player to face the Minas Gerais club this season.

The club’s medical update also confirmed several major absences:

As a result, Marcão is relying on a mix of experienced players and others seeking more minutes in the squad, with options such as Otávio, Serna, Savarino, and Agustín Canobbio.

Check out the squad list:

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