Copa do Brasil: will Flamengo v Atlético-MG be shown on Globo? | OneFootball

Flamengo vs Atlético-MG match takes place at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (31st)

Flamengo continues its pursuit of a sixth Copa do Brasil title. Not by chance, the Most Beloved faces Atlético-MG this Thursday (31st), in the first leg of the tournament's round of 16. The match takes place at Maracanã, with no broadcast on free-to-air TV.

However, the Flamengo vs Atlético-MG game will be broadcast live on SporTV, the subscription channel, as well as on Premiere, via pay-per-view. Finally, Coluna do Fla TV will cover all the post-match details, such as the press conference with coach Filipe Luís, on YouTube.

How is Flamengo coming into the match?

Flamengo comes into the match against Atlético-MG with high spirits. That's because, on Sunday (27th), the Most Beloved beat the team from Minas Gerais 1-0, with a goal from Léo Ortiz, in the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. In addition, the teams are replaying the 2024 Copa do Brasil final, in which Fla came out on top and won the title.

It is important to note that, to face Atlético-MG, Filipe Luís has four confirmed absences. They are: De la Cruz (left knee), Pulgar (right thigh), Michael (left ankle), and Danilo (right thigh). However, in addition to these, Flamengo will also rest some players for the match.

What reinforcement does Flamengo have for the match?

It is important to highlight that coach Filipe Luís will have a major reinforcement for the match against Atlético-MG. That's because Saúl Ñíguez, the first signing announced by Flamengo in the current transfer window, is included in the squad for the match. It is also important to note that the Most Beloved will still release the full list of all players ‘called up’ for the clash.

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