Experienced Marcelo is still a doubt for Fluminense in the South American Recopa decision against LDU on Thursday (29) at Maracanã stadium. This Tuesday, the player did not train with the rest of the team.
Marcelo underwent a transition workout and still doesn’t know if he will be able to take the field on Thursday. The player felt pain in the tendon of his right foot in the first leg match against LDU in Quito.
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The full-back was absent for Fluminense in the weekend’s defeat to Flamengo in the Carioca Championship. Wednesday’s training will be decisive to determine if Marcelo can reinforce the team in the grand final against the Ecuadorians.
Gabriel Pires is another player in transition and remains doubtful for Thursday. On the other hand, coach Fernando Diniz has good news. Felipe Melo trained normally and will play against LDU. Samuel Xavier also trained and increased his chances of being included in the final lineup.
Forward Keno, who missed the classic against Flamengo on Sunday, is another player who is likely to strengthen Fluminense against LDU at Maracanã. The player participated in activities this Tuesday. Coach Fernando Diniz had already reassured Fluminense fans about Keno’s situation.
LDU won the first leg match in Ecuador by a score of 1-0, with a goal scored late in the match. Players from Fluminense, coaching staff, and management heavily criticized the refereeing in last Thursday’s match.
Fluminense needs to win by two goals to claim the Recopa title. In case of a victory by one goal difference, the decision will go to penalties. LDU plays for a draw to lift the trophy.
