Flamengo Face Cusco in Copa Libertadores Opener

Flamengo are preparing for their 2026 Copa Libertadores debut this Wednesday.

Their opening group-stage challenge is against Peru’s Cusco.

The match against Cusco will be at an altitude of 3,350 meters.

Flamengo’s Lineup and Absences

Leonardo Jardim has made changes compared to the starting team that beat Santos on Sunday.

Emerson Royal, Danilo, De La Cruz, Paquetá, Bruno Henrique and Plata are set to start Wednesday’s match.

Flamengo travelled with several key absences due to fitness issues.

Alex Sandro, Everton Cebolinha, Jorginho, Pulgar and Saúl are out for the match.

Substitutes Named

Varela, Léo Ortiz, Arrascaeta, Samuel Lino and Pedro are among the substitutes.

Group Stage Opponents

Estudiantes and Independiente Medellín are the other teams in the group.

This Wednesday will see Flamengo face Cusco in their Copa Libertadores debut.

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