Paquetá back in Libertadores for Flamengo after 8 years, recall it | OneFootball

Lucas Paquetá’s last Libertadores match was in 2018

Flamengo return to action this Wednesday (08), when they face Cusco (PER) in the opening round of the Libertadores. In that regard, Lucas Paquetá is looking forward to wearing the red-and-black shirt again in the continental tournament.

That is because the last time Lucas Paquetá played in a Libertadores match was in August 2018. On that occasion, Flamengo beat Cruzeiro 1-0 at Mineirão, with a goal from Léo Duarte, in the second leg of the Round of 16. However, because they had lost the first leg 2-0, Fla were eliminated.

How did Flamengo and Cruzeiro line up?

Flamengo: Diego Alves; Rodinei, Réver, Léo Duarte and Renê; Cuéllar, Diego, Everton Ribeiro and Lucas Paquetá; Vitinho and Marlos Moreno. Head coach: Barbieri.

Cruzeiro: Fábio; Lucas Silva, Léo Lacerda, Dedé and Egídio; Romero, Henrique, Arrascaeta, Thiago Neves and Robinho; Barcos. Head coach: Mano Menezes.

What are Paquetá’s numbers since returning to Flamengo?

Since returning to Flamengo in January 2026, Lucas Paquetá has played 16 matches, scoring five goals. The midfielder even netted a stunning goal in the 3-1 win over Santos last Sunday (05).

Should Paquetá start in Flamengo vs Cusco?

Yes! Flamengo have important absences in midfield for their Libertadores opener. After all, Saúl, Erick Pulgar and Jorginho are sidelined by the medical department. Therefore, the expectation is that Lucas Paquetá will play as a deep-lying midfielder against Cusco.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Lucas Paquetá available, Flamengo are getting ready to begin their Libertadores campaign. This Wednesday (08), Leonardo Jardim’s team face Cusco at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, in the opening round of the tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Cusco through YouTube, the website and social media. However, GE TV (YouTube), Globo (free-to-air TV) and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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