Flamengo and Cruzeiro Prepare for Decisive Libertadores Clash at Maracanã
Flamengo and Cruzeiro have revealed their starting lineups for the crucial second leg of the Libertadores round of 16. The match will take place this Wednesday, the 19th, at the iconic Maracanã Stadium, following a draw in the first leg at Mineirão last week.
If Wednesday’s encounter ends in another draw, the team that progresses to the quarterfinals will be determined by a penalty shootout.
Here are the starting lineups for both teams:
Flamengo
Leonardo Jardim has opted for Pedro to spearhead the attack, supported by Plata and Samuel Lino.
Cruzeiro
Lucas Romero returns to the starting lineup after serving a suspension for the first leg, replacing Matheus Henrique, who is also suspended for this match.
Flamengo and Cruzeiro have announced their lineups for the second leg of the Libertadores round of 16.
This Wednesday’s match (19) takes place at the Maracanã, one week after the teams drew in the first leg at Mineirão.
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If there is another draw, the team that advances to the quarterfinals will be decided on penalties.
See below for the starting lineups:
Flamengo
Leonardo Jardim has chosen Pedro to lead the attack alongside Plata and Samuel Lino.
Cruzeiro
Suspended for the first leg, Lucas Romero returns to the starting lineup and takes the place of Matheus Henrique, who is suspended for this Wednesday’s match.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
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