With 6 starters missing, Flamengo releases its squad list for the Brazilian Serie A match against São Paulo.
The atmosphere is one of apprehension, but also hope for the upcoming duel. Flamengo is preparing to face São Paulo this Sunday (26), in a match valid for the 20th round of the Brazilian Serie A. The venue will be the majestic Maracanã, with kickoff at 6:30 PM (Brasília time). However, the squad list released by the club reveals a challenging scenario: six key absences for manager Leonardo Jardim.
Key Players Out: What Does It Mean for Mengão?
The absence of six athletes could impact Flamengo’s strategy. Among those unavailable, most are dealing with physical issues. Luiz Araújo is recovering from a left knee injury, while Lucas Paquetá is treating a left hamstring injury. Gonzalo Plata is also on the list of absentees with tendonitis in his right knee.
Carrascal’s suspension, imposed by the STJD, is yet another hurdle. The hope of having Léo Ortiz and De La Cruz available for this clash was also dashed. The defender is still recovering from a right thigh injury, and the Uruguayan midfielder, who was rested against Chapecoense, is not yet at full match fitness.
The Full Squad List for the Match
Even with the absences, the Flamengo squad available is still high-quality. The full list of players called up to face São Paulo is as follows:
- Goalkeepers: Andrew, Dyogo Alves, and Rossi
- Center-backs: João Victor, Léo Pereira, Vitão, and Danilo
- Full-backs: Alex Sandro, Ayrton Lucas, Emerson Royal, Johnny, and Varela
- Midfielders: Arrascaeta, Erick Pulgar, Evertton Araújo, Jorginho, Saúl, and Paquetá
- Forwards: Everton Cebolinha, Bruno Henrique, Lorran, Pedro, Plata, Samuel Lino, and Wallace Yan.
Reconnecting with the Nação and the Fight for the Top
This match marks Mengão‘s return to the Maracanã following the World Cup, and a sell-out crowd is expected. The fans, the “Nação Rubro-Negra,” will certainly do their part to push the team toward securing all three points.
In the Brazilian Serie A table, Flamengo sits in second place with 37 points, looking to narrow the gap to leaders Palmeiras. Meanwhile, São Paulo, with 25 points, is aiming to solidify its position in the top half of the table, currently sitting in 12th place. The match promises to be thrilling, with both sides in need of a result.
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