After injury, Uruguayan scores and qualifies Rubro-Negro for the semi-final of the competition
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Midfielder Giorgian de Arrascaeta was once again decisive for Flamengo after almost a month away due to a muscle injury. In the 1-0 victory over Bahia, the player scored the goal that guaranteed Mais Querido's qualification for the fourth consecutive semi-final of the Copa do Brasil. His performance was highlighted, even with disagreements within the technical committee regarding his playing condition.
Arrascaeta suffered an injury in the match against Botafogo, on August 18, which left him sidelined until this week. During the recovery period at Ninho do Urubu, the Uruguayan was treated intensively for an injury to the back of his thigh. His selection against Bahia was the subject of debate between coach Tite and the medical team, who ended up releasing the player after positive evaluations.
Despite the uncertainties about his physical form, Arrascaeta's entry into the clash against Bahia was decisive. He scored the only goal of the match, ensuring Mengão's qualification for the next stage. Despite leaving the field feeling some discomfort, the midfielder left the Maracanã without any major concerns, and the club believes he just felt the natural wear and tear of the game. Arrascaeta will be re-evaluated to ensure that it is in ideal condition for the next challenges.
Even though he is not in his best physical shape, the Uruguayan continues to be one of the CRF's main players this season. With eight goals and 10 assists, he has stood out for his consistency in decisive plays. Without the presence of Pedro, who is also injured, Arrascaeta has assumed a crucial role in both creating plays and finishing.
PREPARATION FOR THE NEXT PLAY CONFRONTS
With a place in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil guaranteed, the club's focus now turns to the next challenges. On Sunday, Flamengo will face Vasco in the Brazilian Championship. Furthermore, next week, the team will have the first duel of the Libertadores quarter-finals, against Peñarol, at Maracanã. The physical condition of players, including Arrascaeta, will be closely monitored to ensure the best performance in competitions.
The teams play the first game of the quarterfinals at 7 p.m.
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Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores.
Follow the Red and Black lineup:Rossi, Varela, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Pulgar, De la Cruz, Gerson and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.
Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:
"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."
Match starts at 7pm this Thursday
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Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.
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The star has accumulated an impressive 89 assists in 280 matches
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One of Flamengo's main figures, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, reached an important personal milestone in the classic. With the decisive pass for Gerson's goal, the midfielder reached 50 assists in Brazilian Championships wearing the Sacred Mantle. When considering all competitions, Arrascaeta has accumulated an impressive 89 assists in 280 matches for Mengão, consolidating his position as one of the greatest playmakers in the club's recent history.
The draw in the classic, although frustrating, comes with good news for Flamengo. Key players are returning from injury or post-FIFA Date recovery, which raises fans' hopes for the remainder of the season. With the brand of Arrascaeta and the return of important athletes, such as De La Cruz and Alcaraz, who will be available against Peñarol.
This Thursday (19), at 7pm, the More Querido will face Peñarol at Maracanã, in the first game of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The return match is scheduled for September 26th, at the Campeón del Siglo Stadium, in Montevideo. The clash marks another chapter in a historic rivalry between the two teams in the continental tournament.
In previous clashes between Flamengo and Peñarol, the Uruguayan team has an advantage. In total, the two teams faced each other six times, with four victories for Peñarol, one draw and only one victory for Mengão. The last meeting took place in the group stage of the 2019 Libertadores, when Rubro-Negro was defeated 1-0 at Maracanã and drew goalless in the second game, in Montevideo.
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