Flamengo Confirms Cebolinha’s Rib Injury; Pulgar Sidelined with Muscle Issue
Flamengo issued a medical bulletin on Sunday confirming two fresh absences from the squad. The report affects the club’s immediate plans for upcoming matches.
Confirmed injuries
Everton Cebolinha suffered a rib injury, the club said. Erick Pulgar was diagnosed with a muscle issue and is sidelined for the short term.
| Player | Problem | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Everton Cebolinha | Rib injury | Out for upcoming matches |
| Erick Pulgar | Muscle issue | Sidelined |
How Cebolinha’s absence affects the team
Cebolinha had been earning more minutes under coach Leonardo Jardim. He was not a fixed starter but was growing into a regular offensive option.
The rib injury halts that momentum. Internal hopes he would secure a larger role are now paused until recovery.
Pulgar’s condition and implications
Pulgar’s muscle issue removes another option from the midfield. The club did not provide a specific recovery timeline.
His absence forces rotation adjustments for the coach and staff. Medical monitoring will determine when he can return.
Immediate outlook
Flamengo will monitor both players as they undergo treatment and follow-up exams. The medical team will update the squad as progress is made.
- Squad rotation likely in the next fixtures.
- Opportunities may open for other attacking players.
- Updates will appear through the club’s official channels and Filmogaz.com.
