Here’s why Bruno Henrique was left out of Flamengo v Atlético-MG clash | OneFootball

Flamengo does not include Bruno Henrique for the match against Atlético-MG

On Tuesday (05), Flamengo released the list of players called up for the decisive match against Atlético-MG, on Wednesday (06), for the Copa do Brasil. Therefore, Bruno Henrique, who is under load control, is not among the called-up players.

Bruno Henrique felt the back of his right thigh in a play in which he was substituted in the game against Ceará, last Sunday (03). The red-black attacker underwent tests, which did not indicate an injury. However, Flamengo chose to spare him.

WHAT DOES FLAMENGO SAY?

Therefore, the medical recommendation was for Bruno Henrique to be preserved against Atlético-MG, aiming at the sequence of the season. This is because, in case of overload, the number 27 shirt could suffer an injury and leave the team in the Brazilian Championship and in the Libertadores.

HOW IS THE MATCH?

Flamengo was defeated by Atlético-MG 1-0 in the first leg, at Maracanã. Thus, to advance to the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil, the red-black team will need to reverse the situation. To qualify, they will have to win by two goals difference.

WHEN IS THE MATCH?

Therefore, without Bruno Henrique, Flamengo faces Atlético-MG on Wednesday (06), at 7 pm (Brasília time). The match takes place at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte, in a match valid for the return of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. Thus, the Coluna do Fla brings all the information directly from Minas Gerais.

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