Flamengo's preparation for the clash against Criciúma has been intense
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0While the transfer window continues without new signings, Flamengo counts on the return of players who participated in the Copa América as the main reinforcements for the second half of the year. Last Wednesday, Uruguayans Arrascaeta, De la Cruz, Viña and Varela performed again at Urubu's Nest, bringing back a new lease of life to the cast.
Viña, who faced problems with muscle fatigue during the tournament in the United States, he is cleared and ready to be selected for the game against Criciúma this Saturday, at 4pm (Brasília time), at Mané Garrincha. In addition to him, Cebolinha will also be available, having recovered from a hip injury that sidelined him.
FLAMENGO COMES WITH ONLY TWO ABSENCES
However, not everything is good news for the technician Tite. The coach will have two important absences for the match. Allan is suspended for his third yellow card, while Bruno Henrique is still recovering from a right ankle sprain. The attacker, a key player in Tite's tactical scheme, continues to have a swollen area and has not started work on the field, leaving a gap in the red and black attack.
The Uruguayan players returned to Ninho do Urubu after participating in the Copa América. Arrascaeta, De la Cruz, Viña and Varela were the last to join the Flamengo squad, being received with enthusiasm by the team and technical committee. The presence of these players is seen as a crucial reinforcement for the team, which seeks to maintain high performance in national and international competitions.
The midfielder is still recovering from injury and has not confirmed his presence for the decisive clash on Thursday
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0Mengão will have to deal with the absence of Nicolás De La Cruz for another important game. The Uruguayan player did not participate in the classic against Vasco, last Sunday (15), and remains a doubt for this Thursday's match (19) against Peñarol, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa Sudamericana. The midfielder's presence is not yet guaranteed, as coach Tite explained during a press conference.
During the press conference, Tite revealed that, after a recent training session, he asked Nicolás De La Cruz about the possibility of playing for at least 20 minutes in the match against Vasco, but the player, smiling, indicated that was not in condition. “The physical department was categorical in stating that he was not fit, even if he felt good", commented the coach. Tite also reinforced that he hopes to be able to count on the athlete on Thursday, but there is still no guarantee that this will be possible.
Nicolás De La Cruz has been sidelined since suffering a muscle injury to his right thigh in the game against Bahia, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil. Since then, the midfielder was absent from the team in the matches against Corinthians, in the second game of the same competition, and in the Rio derby. and expectations for his return increase as the calendar narrows.
In addition to De La Cruz, CRF has already confirmed the absence of four other players for the clash against Peñarol, which they face. problems in their right thigh, and Pedro, Matías Viña and Everton Cebolinha, who suffered more serious injuries, will only return to the pitch in 2025.
With these absences, coach Tite will have to adjust the team to maintain performance and continue in search of victories in the competitions that the club still competes in.
Lateral comments on organizational flaws
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0Mais Querido drew 1-1 with Vasco, in a classic played this Sunday (15), in the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship, at Maracanã. CRF had clear scoring opportunities, hitting the post on two occasions, but ended up conceding the draw in the final minutes. After the match, Alex Sandro, who debuted for Rubro-Negro, commented on the goal conceded and highlighted the need for better organization in decisive moments.
Alex Sandro, one of Mengão's new reinforcements, lamented the team's relaxation at the end of the game, which culminated in Vasco's equalizer in the 42nd minute of the second half . “It was a pleasure to play in a packed Maracanã and play in a classic. However, we relax in the end, that is the truth. We should have kept possession more and been better organized. Football only ends when the referee blows the whistle. Let's learn from this and avoid the same mistakes in the next games", commented the full-back in the mixed area of the stadium.
With the suspension of Ayrton Lucas, who served a suspension due to the accumulation of yellow cards, Tite selected Alex Sandro as a starter. The left-back had a solid performance in his first match for the CRF, adding positive numbers: 60 successful passes in 61 attempts, three opportunities created and four defensive actions, showing himself. an important piece for the remainder of the season.
Flamengo remains in the G4 of the Brasileirão with 45 points, but the team seeks to avoid further mistakes and correct the flaws presented in the classic, aiming for better results in the next rounds.< /p>
The midfielder is one of the Mais Querido board’s wishes for the season
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0Flamengo was interested in signing midfielder Lucas Paquetá on loan. The Red and Black's desire is to repatriate the player, who is facing problems in the English court for alleged manipulation of results. However, West Ham refused Mais Querido, but the player keeps an eye on Mengo's games.
Last Saturday (20), in the match between Flamengo and Criciúma, Lucas Paquetá watched Rubro-Negro's comeback victory while making a video call with family members in a restaurant.
O Mais Querido signaled to West Ham that it was willing to pay approximately 15 million euros (R$89 million) to sign the midfielder. However, the English team immediately rejected the first proposal.
However, the refusal was expected by the Flamengo, who did not give up on signing Paquetá. Highlighting that, now, the directors understand that the midfielder needs to talk to the coach Julen Lopetegui and West Ham directors to discuss a way out for Mais Querido.
PAQUETÁ'S HIRING IS SEEN AS "GRAN FINALE" FOR LANDIM MANAGEMENTThus, Mais Querido he already knows the amount asked by West Ham to release Lucas Paquetá and will ultimately be able to make an offer he can't refuse for the English. Furthermore, Rubro-Negro will not give up on the midfielder easily, as internally his signing is seen as a "grand finale" of Flamengo's current management.
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