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Flamengo takes the field for the Libertadores this Thursday (18th)

Flamengo begins preparations to face Estudiantes (ARG) on Thursday (18th), in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals. Meanwhile, an Argentine classic kicks off the second phase of the knockout stage this Tuesday (16th): Vélez Sarsfield (ARG) vs. Racing (ARG).

Which Libertadores game is on this Tuesday:

*Brasília time

It’s worth noting that Flamengo’s potential opponent in the Libertadores semifinal will come from the match between Vélez and Racing. Thus, the rubro-negro fans will be keeping a close eye on the result. The match will be broadcast on Paramout+ (streaming).

When is the second leg of the quarterfinals?

After the first leg, Vélez and Racing will face each other again next Tuesday (23rd), at 7:00 PM (Brasília time). The match will take place at the Presidente Perón Stadium, also known as ‘El Cilindro’.

And Flamengo?

Meanwhile, Flamengo begins preparations to face Estudiantes, in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals. Coach Filipe Luís will lead two training sessions ahead of the match: this Tuesday (16th) and Wednesday (17th).

Does Flamengo have any absences?

Flamengo has one confirmed absence for the match against Estudiantes: Erick Pulgar. The midfielder is still recovering from a fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot, but he is in an advanced stage of recovery.

On the other hand, coach Filipe Luís may have some new options for the Libertadores match. That’s because, after missing the game against Juventude, Jorginho, Varela, and Alex Sandro are expected to return to the field for Mengão.

When is the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes?

Flamengo and Estudiantes will face off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (18th), at Maracanã. As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media.

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