Flamengo have 2 absentees and 2 doubts for Libertadores v Medellín | OneFootball

Flamengo and Independiente Medellín (COL) face off this Thursday (16) at 9:30 PM (Brasília time)

Flamengo is counting down to another Libertadores match. This Thursday (16), the Rubro-Negro hosts Independiente Medellín (COL) at the Maracanã in the second round of the group stage. For the home match, coach Leonardo Jardim is already dealing with two confirmed absences and still has to decide the status of two players.

Recovering from a calf injury, Jorginho still has no set timetable to return to the pitch and continues to be monitored by the medical department. That is because the midfielder is dealing with an issue in the soleus muscle, which requires caution in the recovery process.

In addition, although he did not need surgery, Erick Pulgar is recovering from a dislocated shoulder. Therefore, the Chilean also has no return date and is a confirmed absentee for the second round of the Libertadores.

WHAT ARE THE DOUBTS?

Saúl Ñíguez and Cebolinha have a chance of being available for Flamengo against Independiente Medellín. According to reporting by Coluna do Fla, behind the scenes, the information is that the Spanish midfielder has a greater chance of returning.

Sidelined after left heel surgery in January 2026, Saúl has already recovered and trained fully with his teammates this Tuesday (15). The final decision on the Spaniard’s return is in the hands of coach Leonardo Jardim.

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF THE MATCH BETWEEN FLAMENGO AND INDEPENDIENTE MEDELLÍN?

Flamengo returns to the pitch this Thursday (16), when it faces Independiente Medellín. As such, the ball starts rolling at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã. It is worth remembering that Mengão needs a positive result in order to reclaim the top spot in Libertadores Group A.

As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will provide details of the match valid for the second round of the continental competition’s group stage via YouTube, as well as the website and social media channels. Finally, ESPN, on cable TV, and Disney+, via streaming, will also broadcast the clash.

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