Big changes are afoot for Flamengo as they face Sport in a Brasileirão Série A clash! The match, originally scheduled for round 12, sees Flamengo manager Filipe Luís forced to make significant alterations to his starting eleven due to a string of absences. Let's dive into the reasons behind these changes and see who will be taking the field.
Why is Jorginho Missing?
One of the most notable absences is midfielder Jorginho. After Flamengo's Copa Libertadores qualification match against Racing in Argentina, Jorginho sustained a right thigh injury. He's currently undergoing treatment, with the Flamengo medical team working to alleviate his pain and get him back to full fitness. While there's no official return date, it's hoped he'll be ready for the Copa Libertadores final against Palmeiras on November 29th.
Who Else is Out?
Jorginho isn't the only player missing. A staggering 12 players are unavailable for selection! This includes:
- Alex Sandro (Brazilian National Team)
- Danilo (Brazilian National Team)
- Carrascal (Colombian National Team)
- Plata (Ecuadorian National Team)
- Arrascaeta (Uruguayan National Team)
- Varela (Uruguayan National Team)
- Viña (Uruguayan National Team)
- Pedro (Injury Recovery)
- Allan (Injury Recovery)
- Léo Ortiz (Injury Recovery)
- De La Cruz (Injury Recovery)
Wallace Yan Leads the Attack
With so many players unavailable, young Wallace Yan gets a chance to shine, leading the attack for Flamengo. The full Flamengo lineup is: Rossi; Emerson Royal, João Victor, Léo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas; Pulgar, Saúl; Luiz Araújo, Bruno Henrique, Samuel Lino; Wallace Yan.
Sport's Lineup
Sport, managed by interim coach César Lucena, will field the following team: Gabriel; Matheus Alexandre, Rafael Thyere, Ramon, Luan Cândido; Christian Rivera, Lucas Kal, Lucas Lima; Matheusinho, Léo Pereira, Pablo.
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