With Varela, Flamengo name squad for Olimpia clash | OneFootball

Leonardo Jardim included Varela in the squad for Flamengo vs Olimpia (PAR)

This Friday (17), Flamengo face Olimpia (PAR) in the final friendly of the mid-season break before the official schedule resumes. With that, the Most Beloved released the list of players called up for the match, which will take place in Brasília.

Which players were called up?

As previously reported by Nathalia Coelho of Coluna do Fla, among the Flamengo players who played in the World Cup, only Varela was called up for the friendly against Olimpia. The others, therefore, remain in preparation in Rio de Janeiro.

In short, Arrascaeta, De La Cruz, Léo Pereira, Lucas Paquetá, Danilo, Alex Sandro and Gonzalo Plata have already returned to training with Flamengo. Finally, this Saturday (18), Jorge Carrascal will report back to the club at CT Ninho do Urubu.

What are the details of the Flamengo vs Olimpia match?

Flamengo and Olimpia take the field on Friday night (17). At Mané Garrincha Stadium, in the Federal District, the teams face off starting at 8:00 p.m. (Brasília time). It is worth noting that this friendly is the last one before Fla return to official competitions.

Who is broadcasting Flamengo vs Olimpia?

It is worth noting that FlamengoTV will broadcast the Fla vs Olimpia match live and with images throughout Brazil. In addition, the club’s official channel will also show the clash internationally in two simultaneous broadcasts.

According to Flamengo itself, one broadcast will be in Portuguese, with commentary by João Guilherme, starting at 5:00 p.m. (Brasília time). On the other hand, the other broadcast will be in Spanish, hosted by Gustavo Werthein, at 7:00 p.m. (Brasília time).

What about Coluna do Fla?

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla TV will follow Flamengo vs Olimpia live on YouTube. The most red-and-black team on the internet covers all the details of the Most Beloved every day through the website and social media.

In addition, it is important to highlight that Coluna do Fla will once again provide on-site coverage, directly from Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília. That is because reporters João Vitor and Mônica Alves will send exclusive details about the Most Beloved.

How does Flamengo come into the match?

In short, Flamengo are coming off a long mid-season break in Portugal. In their opening match, the Most Beloved drew 2-2 with River Plate (ARG). After that, Rubro-Negro beat Lausanne Sport (SUI) 2-0. Finally, Fla defeated Benfica (POR) 2-1.

When do Flamengo officially return to the field?

Finally, Flamengo will only return to the field next Wednesday (22). On that occasion, the Most Beloved will face Chapecoense in a match valid for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. In addition, the clash will be played away from home, at Arena Condá.

It is worth noting that yes, the Flamengo vs Chapecoense match will be broadcast live by Rede Globo on free-to-air TV. In addition, Premiere, via pay-per-view, will also show the match. On the other hand, Coluna do Fla will follow all the details of the Most Beloved on the website, social media and YouTube channel.

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