With Varela, Flamengo name squad for match against Olimpia | OneFootball

Leonardo Jardim included Varela in the squad for Flamengo vs Olimpia (PAR)

This Friday (17), Flamengo face Olimpia (PAR) in the final friendly of the mid-season break before the official schedule resumes. With that, the Most Beloved Club released the list of players called up for the match, which will take place in Brasília.

Which players were called up?

As first reported by reporter Nathalia Coelho, from Coluna do Fla, among the Flamengo players who played in the World Cup, only Varela was included in the squad for the friendly against Olimpia. The others, therefore, continue their preparations in Rio de Janeiro.

In short, Arrascaeta, De La Cruz, Léo Pereira, Lucas Paquetá, Danilo, Alex Sandro and Gonzalo Plata have already returned to training with Flamengo. Finally, this Saturday (18), Jorge Carrascal will report back to the club at CT Ninho do Urubu.

What are the details of the Flamengo vs Olimpia match?

Flamengo and Olimpia take the field on Friday night (17). At Mané Garrincha Stadium, in the Federal District, the teams face off starting at 8:00 PM (Brasília time). It is worth noting that this friendly is the last one before Fla return to the field for official competitions.

Who is broadcasting Flamengo vs Olimpia?

It is worth noting that FlamengoTV will broadcast Flamengo vs Olimpia live, with video, throughout Brazil. In addition, the club’s official channel will also show the match internationally in two simultaneous broadcasts.

According to Flamengo itself, one broadcast will be in Portuguese, with commentary by João Guilherme, starting at 5:00 PM (Brasília time). On the other hand, the other broadcast will be in Spanish, hosted by Gustavo Werthein, at 7:00 PM (Brasília time).

And what about Coluna do Fla?

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla TV will follow Flamengo vs Olimpia live on YouTube. The internet’s most red-and-black team covers every detail of the Most Beloved Club daily through the website and social media.

In addition, it is important to highlight that Coluna do Fla will once again provide on-site coverage, directly from Mané Garrincha Stadium, in Brasília. That is because reporters João Vitor and Mônica Alves will send exclusive details about the Most Beloved Club.

How does Flamengo come into this match?

In short, Flamengo are coming off a long mid-season break in Portugal. In their first match, the Most Beloved Club drew 2-2 with River Plate (ARG). After that, Rubro-Negro beat Lausanne Sport (SUI) 2-0. Finally, Fla defeated Benfica (POR) 2-1.

When will Flamengo return to official action?

Finally, Flamengo will only return to the field next Wednesday (22). On that occasion, the Most Beloved Club face Chapecoense in a match valid for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. In addition, the clash will be played away from home, at Arena Condá.

It is worth noting that yes, the Flamengo vs Chapecoense match will be broadcast live by Rede Globo on free-to-air TV. In addition, Premiere, via pay-per-view, will also show the match. On the other hand, Coluna do Fla will cover every detail of the Most Beloved Club on the website, social media and YouTube channel.

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