Fluminense finalizes squad for Copa do Brasil round of 16 match

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Fluminense finalizes squad for Copa do Brasil round of 16 match

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Fluminense has named its squad for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16, set to take place on Tuesday, August 11, at the Maracanã. Thiago Silva returns to the lineup after recovering from a right hamstring injury. Several players, including John Kennedy, Matheus Reis, Millán, and Freytes, are currently sidelined due to health issues. The match is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. local time. The winner of this two-legged matchup will advance to face either Coquimbo Unido or Platense in the quarterfinals.

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•Fluminense hosts the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16 today.
•Thiago Silva is available after recovering from injury.
•Several players remain in the medical department.
•The return leg will be played on August 18.
•Winner advances to face Coquimbo Unido or Platense.

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5:23 PMYahoo Sports — Fluminense name squad for first last-16 showdown

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Fluminense announced the squad selected for this Tuesday’s (11) challenge in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. Thiago Silva will be available after recovering from a right hamstring i...
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Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 5:23 PM
Fluminense name squad for first last-16 showdown
Fluminense announced the squad selected for this Tuesday’s (11) challenge in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. Thiago Silva will be available after recovering from a right hamstring i...

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