The Flamengo team is gearing up for a crucial match against Atlético-MG on Wednesday, August 6, at 7 PM (Brasília time) for the return leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. The game will take place at Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte, and fans can catch the action on Sportv and Premiere.
Flamengo is in a must-win situation after losing the first leg 1-0 at home. To move forward in the tournament, they need at least a victory to force penalties.
In their last match in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo settled for a 1-1 draw with Ceará.
However, the team will face some significant absences. Attackers Luiz Araújo and Bruno Henrique will not participate in this matchup. Luiz Araújo is dealing with fatigue, having missed the last two training sessions, while Bruno Henrique is being rested due to minor discomfort in his right thigh following the match against Ceará.
On a positive note, Everton Cebolinha has recovered from tendinitis and will be available for selection, although Michael has been left out of the traveling squad for tactical reasons.
The expected lineup for Flamengo includes: Rossi; Varela (Royal), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Jorginho, Allan, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro. Head coach Filipe Luís will be leading the team.
As for Atlético-MG, their probable lineup features: Everson; Saravia, Lyanco, and Junior Alonso; Alan Franco, Gabriel Menino, Igor Gomes (Alexsander), and Gustavo Scarpa; Cuello, Rony, and Hulk, under the guidance of coach Cuca.
Fans looking forward to this critical clash should tune in to the official broadcasts to support their teams as they strive for glory in the Copa do Brasil. Despite the odds, Flamengo has the potential to turn the situation around and secure advancement in the tournament.