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Flamengo prepares for Libertadores semifinal against Estudiantes

Flamengo is preparing to face Estudiantes in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals at the Estadio Uno in La Plata, Argentina. The Brazilian side enters the match with five key absences: Jorginho is suspended, while Arrascaeta, Danilo, Ayrton Lucas, and Evertton Araújo are sidelined due to injuries.

Flamengo's technical staff, led by Leonardo Jardim, has expressed concerns regarding potential physical aggression from Estudiantes, citing previous encounters where players suffered fractures. Flamengo's football director, José Boto, has called for strict officiating to prevent further injuries.

On the host side, Estudiantes has announced that tickets for the match are sold out. The match is scheduled for Thursday at 21:30 Brasília time. Flamengo aims to secure an advantage away from home before the return leg at the Maracanã.

Additionally, Flamengo director José Boto expressed concerns regarding the condition of the Maracanã pitch, as the stadium is scheduled to host a Vasco vs. Boca Juniors match just two days after the Libertadores semifinal return leg.

Entities

Arrascaeta · Copa Libertadores · Estudiantes · Flamengo · José Boto · Leonardo Jardim · Maracanã · Palmeiras · Peñarol · Vasco da Gama

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  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The first leg of the semifinal will be held in La Plata, Argentina. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Midfielder Evertton Araújo has recovered from a grade 3 adductor muscle injury. br.bolavip.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Evertton Araújo's return to the squad depends on the technical commission's decision. br.bolavip.com
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Ayrton Lucas is performing physical preparation work on the field. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Jorginho is suspended and will miss the match. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · br.bolavip.com
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Arrascaeta remains in recovery following surgery for a left wrist fracture. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Danilo is recovering at home after surgery to correct two jaw fractures. www.cnnbrasil.com.br
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Flamengo released its squad list for the Copa Libertadores semifinal against Estudiantes. www.cnnbrasil.com.br

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