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Right-back Daniel Sales strengthens Flamengo U-20 against Barcelona (ESP)

Right-back Daniel Sales will reinforce the Flamengo U-20 squad in the final of the category’s World Cup against Barcelona (ESP), this Saturday (23), at Maracanã, starting at 4:30 pm (Brasília time). In pursuit of their second championship, the Rubro-Negro will count on the return of the young player, who was with the professional team in Porto Alegre.

“Right-back Daniel Sales returns tonight (19) to Rio de Janeiro to join the U-20 squad that will play next Saturday, at Maracanã, in the Intercontinental final against Barcelona,” Flamengo’s communications department announced.

The player traveled with the main squad to Porto Alegre for the 3-1 victory over Internacional last Sunday (17). Thus, the team remained in the South for the match against the same opponent this Wednesday (20), in the round of 16 of the Libertadores.

Who else is playing against Barcelona?

In addition to Daniel Sales, the trio Matheus Gonçalves, João Victor, and Joshua also left the professional squad to join the U-20 for this final. Forward Wallace Yan, however, remains in Porto Alegre by decision of coach Filipe Luís.

Where to watch Flamengo vs Barcelona?

The U-20 World Cup final between Flamengo and Barcelona will be broadcast by Globo and SporTV (pay TV). On free-to-air TV, commentary will be provided by Gustavo Villani with analysis from Maestro Júnior and Paulo Nunes. Meanwhile, Coluna do Fla will cover all the action with complete coverage through their website, social media, and YouTube channel.

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