Flamengo rule out striker for Estudiantes clash in the Libertadores | OneFootball

Which forward was ruled out for the Flamengo vs Estudiantes (ARG) match?

Flamengo traveled to Argentina on the afternoon of this Tuesday (23rd) with total focus on the decisive match against Estudiantes (ARG). For the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Libertadores, Rubro-Negro will not have Michael, who has been ruled out.

Through an official statement, Flamengo explained the reason for the forward’s absence against Estudiantes. In the note, the club informed that Michael has been experiencing pain in his left ankle and, as a result, will continue treatment in Rio de Janeiro.

If he shows improvement, Michael could be available for the match against Corinthians. That match will be part of the Brasileirão and will take place on Sunday (28th), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena.

DOES FLAMENGO HAVE MORE ABSENCES FOR THE MATCH AGAINST ESTUDIANTES?

In addition to Michael, Flamengo has another absence for the match against Estudiantes. That is Erick Pulgar. The midfielder is still following the schedule set by the club’s medical department, focused on recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot.

At the moment, Pulgar is already in the final stage of treatment in the area. After the entire process, the number 5 is working on the field accompanied by the club’s physiotherapy team. In other words, once this period is over, the Chilean will be available again to coach Filipe Luís.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S SCHEDULE FOR THE MATCH AGAINST ESTUDIANTES?

With most players available, Flamengo arrived in Argentina this evening to continue preparations for the Libertadores decider. Before the match on Thursday (25th), the Rubro-Negro squad will train at Defensa y Justicia’s (ARG) training center on Wednesday (24th).

WHEN IS THE FLAMENGO VS ESTUDIANTES MATCH?

The match between Flamengo and Estudiantes will take place at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (25th), at La Plata, in Argentina. Thus, Coluna do Fla TV will show the details of the match on YouTube, as well as on social media and their website. Finally, Rede Globo (open channel), ESPN (cable), and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the match.

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