dailyloe.com – Vitória and Flamengo will compete in the Copa do Brasil on Thursday at 21h30 (Brasília time) at Barradão, Salvador. This match is the return leg of the fifth phase of the tournament. Flamengo won the first leg at Maracanã, 2-1, and needs only a draw to advance.
For Vitória to progress, they must win by at least one goal to force a penalty shootout or win by a greater margin to qualify directly. Vitória is coming off a draw against Fluminense in the Brasileiro, while they have not lost at home in six matches.
At Barradão, Vitória holds a 76% success rate in Série A and is hopeful for a turnaround against Flamengo. Flamengo enters the match on a strong note, with coach Leonardo Jardim achieving 10 unbeaten games, featuring eight wins and two draws.
In their last game, Flamengo dominated Grêmio to secure a victory in the Campeonato Brasileiro. The match will be broadcasted on Premiere and Sportv, and live updates will be available on ge with exclusive videos.
Jair Ventura will welcome back Erick and Matheuzinho, who were suspended in the previous match. Defender Cacá, who missed the last game due to a muscle issue, is expected to be available for selection.
The main uncertainty lies in the attacking lineup, with Renê and Renato Kayzer both in good form. The probable lineup for Vitória includes Lucas Arcanjo, Nathan Mendes, Cacá, Luan Cândido, and Ramon; Martínez [Caíque Gonçalves], Baralhas, and Zé Vitor; Erick, Matheuzinho, and Renê [Renato Kayzer].
Vitória will be without several players due to injuries, including Rúben Ismael, Claudinho, and Dudu. Their roster has no players currently suspended.
Flamengo is also facing key absences, with Pulgar, Paquetá, and Arrasaceta out due to injuries. Following suspensions for Evertton Araújo and Jorginho in the Brasileirão, both are expected to start in Salvador.
Flamengo’s projected lineup features Rossi; Royal, Danilo, Vitão, and Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, Jorginho, and Carrascal; Luiz Araújo, Bruno Henrique, and Lino (Cebolinha).
