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The ball rolls for Flamengo and Vasco at 4 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (03)

Mengão’s journey toward a tenth Brasileirão title continues. This Sunday (03), Flamengo take on Vasco in the 14th round. For the match at the Maracanã, head coach Leonardo Jardim has already defined the starting lineup, with Léo Pereira returning.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S LINEUP AGAINST VASCO?

Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, Jorginho and Luiz Araújo; Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro.

After missing the match against Estudiantes (ARG) due to a deep cut on his left shin, Léo Pereira has recovered. As a result, the No. 4 returns to the starting lineup and partners Léo Ortiz in central defense in the ‘Clássico dos Milhões’.

WHO IS MISSING FOR FLAMENGO?

Flamengo have four absences for the derby. Arrascaeta and Erick Pulgar are still being treated for clavicle and shoulder injuries, respectively. In addition, Carrascal is serving an STJD suspension.

Finally, Lucas Paquetá completes the list of absentees. The midfielder is dealing with swelling in his left thigh and, due to physical wear and tear, the medical department has not yet set a return date.

WHAT TIME IS TODAY’S MATCH?

At 4 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (03), Flamengo and Vasco face off at the Maracanã in the 14th round of the Brasileirão. At the moment, Mengão sit second in the league table, while their cross-town rivals are in 13th place.

As always, Coluna do Fla brings every play and keeps the fans informed about every detail of the derby. In addition, Rede Globo (free-to-air TV), GETV (YouTube) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the derby.

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