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."

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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Trauco's arrival at Criciúma represents a significant reinforcement for the team, which seeks to strengthen its squad with a view to the next competitions. The full-back, known for his technical ability and versatility on the field, won over the red and black fans during his time at Flamengo, and will now have the opportunity to leave his mark on the Santa Catarina team.

The player, born in Lima, the Peruvian capital, should disembark today to join the Criciúma squad. His presentation to the club is scheduled, and the expectation is that Trauco will quickly adapt to the new environment and be ready to contribute on the field.

Trauco, when wearing the Flamengo shirt, participated in remarkable moments, including important titles and memorable matches. Now, the Peruvian full-back brings with him this experience and technical quality to Criciúma, which seeks to stand out in state and national competitions.

The news of Trauco's signing by Criciúma had repercussions on social media, with fans expressing optimism and positive expectations regarding the player's performance at the new club. The Carvoeira fans, always passionate and vibrant, hope that the full-back will contribute to the team's success and help achieve the goals set for the season.

The source of information, the Engeplus portal, was the first vehicle reporting the negotiations between Trauco and Criciúma. The commitment to precision and journalistic transparency is fundamental, and Engeplus played a crucial role in reporting with agility and credibility about the positive outcome of the negotiation.

With the confirmation of the hiring, the Criciúma board reinforces its commitment to strengthening the squad and providing fans with a competitive team capable of achieving good results. The expectation is that Trauco, adding his experience and technical quality, will contribute significantly to the club's growth and success throughout the season.

Amid the movements in the football market, Trauco's arrival at Criciúma is one of the highlights, and the fans are eagerly waiting to see him in action with the Carvoeira shirt. The expectation is that the Peruvian full-back will leave his mark not only on the four lines, but also in the history of the Santa Catarina club, strengthening the relationship between the player and the passionate Tricolor fans.