DE LA CRUZ CELEBRATES THE ABSENCE OF VINÍCIUS JÚNIOR IN THE DECISIVE GAME AGAINST BRAZIL

A standout from Flamengo and Uruguay, midfielder Nicolás De La Cruz is about to face Brazil in the quarterfinals of the Copa América. In this way, Nico opened up about what he expects from the match, in addition to praising Ninho's son Vinícius Júnior.

"We know how important he is, what he generates, his individual level and what he has been showing in recent times Now, we also clearly know that the players who can replace him are at a great level, individually and collectively. They have a lot of variety and we will have to adapt, without abandoning our form and style of play, which will be key to setting the pace. (Vini) It's an important loss, but the defenders and the coach (Marcelo Bielsa) are already working to seek the best performance for any scenario", said De La Cruz, in an interview with AUF.tv, on YouTube.

VINI JR SUSPENSION

Despite De La Cruz's praise, Vini Jr will not face Uruguay. This is because Mais Querido's son received his second yellow card in the match against Colombia and will have to serve a suspension.

CRIAS DO NINHO X "FLA URUGUAI"

Four Flamengo players defend Uruguay in the Copa América. They are: Arrascaeta, Varela, Viña and De La Cruz. For Canarinho, three boys from Ninho play as starters: Lucas Paquetá, Vinícius Júnior and João Gomes. 

FOCUS ON THE CONFRONTATION

Thus, without Vinícius Júnior, Brazil takes the field this Saturday night (6), at 10pm, against Uruguay. The game will be at Allegiant Stadium, in Las Vegas, in the United States.