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Flamengo Delegation Travels to Argentina This Tuesday Afternoon (23)

Flamengo faces Estudiantes (ARG) this Thursday (25) in La Plata for the return match of the Libertadores quarter-finals. Before the trip, the club released a medical report with updates on two players.

Midfielder Erick Pulgar has entered the final phase of recovery and continues working on the field with physiotherapy support. Meanwhile, forward Michael, suffering from left ankle pain, has been ruled out and will stay in Rio de Janeiro for treatment.

DOES FLAMENGO HAVE A REINFORCEMENT?

Flamengo will have an important reinforcement on the trip to Argentina. After missing four matches, Jorginho has been included in the squad list for the clash against Estudiantes. Now, the midfielder hopes to return to action on the field.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO FACE ESTUDIANTES?

With absences but also reinforcements, Flamengo faces Estudiantes at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (25) at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium. Additionally, the match is for the return leg of the Libertadores quarter-finals.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, ESPN (cable channel) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the Estudiantes vs. Flamengo game.

The red-black team arrives motivated after winning the first match 2-1 at Maracanã, and has the advantage of a draw to advance to the semifinals. In case of a one-goal defeat, the decision will go to penalties. Coach Filipe Luís is preparing the squad with closed training sessions and full focus on the match.

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