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Bruno Henrique and Varela expected to strengthen Flamengo in Libertadores match

Flamengo is preparing to face Estudiantes (ARG) on Thursday (18th) in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. For the match, coach Filipe Luís is expected to have two important reinforcements.

This is because Flamengo should count on the return of Bruno Henrique and Varela against Estudiantes. The number 27, in fact, is almost certain to play in the Libertadores match.

It’s worth remembering that Bruno Henrique and Varela missed Flamengo’s match against Juventude last Sunday (14th). While the forward was undergoing load management, the full-back was recovering from pubalgia.

Could Flamengo have other reinforcements?

It’s possible. So far, the only confirmed absence for Flamengo is Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot.

On the other hand, two other players are still doubtful for the match. In short, Jorginho (with thigh pain) and Alex Sandro (calf injury) also missed Flamengo’s game against Juventude.

As a result, Wednesday’s (17th) training session will be decisive in determining whether Jorginho and Alex Sandro will be cleared to play against Estudiantes. Despite this, it is very unlikely that the players will be available to Filipe Luís on Thursday (18th).

And what about the third confirmed reinforcement?

Finally, the other Flamengo reinforcement confirmed for the Libertadores match, compared to the Brasileirão, is Léo Ortiz. The defender served a suspension due to an accumulation of yellow cards against Juventude, but in the continental tournament, he will return to the starting lineup.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo is preparing to face Estudiantes de La Plata this Thursday (18th). The teams will face off at Maracanã, starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Libertadores.

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