Flamengo confirms Jorginho injury after violent fouls

Flamengo confirms Jorginho injury after violent fouls against Palmeiras. The midfielder suffered a fracture in his right foot and is out of the game against Cusco, valid for the CONMEBOL Libertadores, on Tuesday (26).

What happened?

The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo reported that, after an image examination performed on Monday morning (25), midfielder Jorginho had a confirmed fracture in his right foot. The injury is the result of two violent fouls suffered in the first half of Flamengo x Palmeiras.

Why is this important for Flamengo?

This is the sixth fracture of a Flamengo player in less than six months of the season. The team already has several absences due to calls for the national teams and Jorginho's injury may worsen the situation.

What comes next?

Jorginho is out of the match against Cusco and may miss the match against Coritiba, a match in which the club will already have absences due to calls for the national teams. Flamengo is in 2nd place in the Serie A, with 20 points, after 10 games, with a record of 6 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses.