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23 Ago 2025 | 13:08
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Midfielder De La Cruz was cut from the Uruguayan squad before the match against Bolivia in El Alto (4,090m above sea level). The player has already faced difficulties playing in these conditions, which could become a problem for Flamengo , who will face LDU in Quito in the group stage of the Libertadores .
Throughout his career, De La Cruz played four times at altitude and was absent on three other occasions, but not always due to issues related to the effects of altitude. On one occasion, he was injured ; on another, he felt unwell before the trip ; and he was also rested along with other starters.
In 2024, the Uruguayan was a starter in both of Flamengo 's matches against Bolívar , in La Paz . Despite his efforts, he felt the effects of the altitude and had performances below expectations . In the round of 16 duel, he made many decision-making errors. In the group stage, he participated in Viña's goal , but lost the ball in the play that resulted in the Bolivians' victory.
De La Cruz's history at altitude
For Flamengo
Bolívar 2x1 Flamengo (2024) – Round of 16 of the Libertadores – played 73 minutes
Bolívar 2x1 Flamengo (2024) – Libertadores Group Stage – played 71 minutes
Millonarios x Flamengo (2024) – Libertadores – absence due to fever and viral condition
For River Plate
The Strongest x River Plate (2023) – absence due to synovitis and pain
LDU x River Plate (2020) – absence because Gallardo rested starters
For the Uruguayan National Team
Ecuador 2x1 Uruguay (2023) – Qualifiers – played 45 minutes (left at half-time)
Ecuador 4x2 Uruguay (2020) – Qualifiers – played 45 minutes (entered at half-time)
Flamengo monitors the situation for the Libertadores
Flamengo is already closely monitoring De La Cruz's condition ahead of the clash against LDU in Quito on April 22. The match is between a classic against Vasco and a duel with Corinthians , both in the Brasileirão and in Rio de Janeiro .
In 2024, the midfielder faced several physical problems and, therefore, has followed a strict load control routine to avoid fatigue in 2025. So far, he has started in six matches this season.
Regarding his dismissal from the Uruguayan national team, Flamengo's medical department was informed that there were no health issues involved in the decision . Thus, De La Cruz arrived in Rio this Monday (25) and will report back this Tuesday at Ninho do Urubu.
Uruguayan midfielder and Ecuadorian striker stand out in Mengão's collective performance against Internacional, guaranteeing their place in Conmebol's team of the round
23 Ago 2025 | 14:29 |
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On Wednesday, Flamengo displayed high-level football against Internacional in a Copa Libertadores match. Despite a solid collective performance, only Arrascaeta and Gonzalo Plata were selected for CONMEBOL's team of the round, recognizing their outstanding individual performances.
The move that resulted in the Rubro-Negro's first goal directly involved the duo. After a shot from Samuel Lino, goalkeeper Rochet saved, leaving the ball free in the box. Plata headed the ball, and Arrascaeta finished, opening the scoring in a 2-0 victory over the Rio Grande do Sul team.
Fans, on the club's official social media channels, voted Saúl the best player of the match in Porto Alegre. The defensive duo of Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira also received praise for their confidence and leadership, while Varela excelled at right back, blocking Wesley and Carbonero's attacks throughout the 90 minutes.
In midfield, Jorginho led the game with calm and experience, ensuring quality and balance for the team. Under Filipe Luís's command, most of the squad performed worthy of continental recognition.
Flamengo returns to action in the Copa Libertadores on Thursday, September 18th. The first leg against Estudiantes will be at the Maracanã stadium, kicking off at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) . As the Argentine club finished first in the group stage, it will have the right to decide the match at home.
Current U-20 Intercontinental Cup champion, Mengão faces Barcelona (ESP) at Maracanã, with record attendance expected
23 Ago 2025 | 14:16 |
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Flamengo is looking for another international title in the youth categories. Current champions of the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, Rubro-Negro face Barcelona (ESP) this Saturday (23), at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã , in a duel that promises to be historic. The competition brings together the winners of the U-20 Libertadores and the UEFA Youth League, the main youth competitions in South America and Europe.
The Rio de Janeiro team secured a spot in the final after defeating Palmeiras in the U-20 Libertadores final. After a 1-1 draw in March, Flamengo won 3-2 on penalties, becoming the first club from the continent to win the continental competition twice .
As of Friday evening, approximately 35,473 tickets had already been sold , according to journalist Venê Casagrande. Sales are not yet complete, as the Upper South sector remains closed. Due to high demand, the Upper East sector has been reopened.
The clash between Flamengo and Barcelona is on track to break the U-20 World Cup attendance record of 40,579, set in the duel between Peñarol and Benfica in 2022. The partial indicates that the red-black fans can surpass this mark , transforming the Maracanã into a true party stage.
Current champion of the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, Rubro-Negro seeks its second championship against the Catalan team (ESP) this Saturday, at Maracanã
23 Ago 2025 | 13:35 |
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Flamengo is preparing for another international final in its youth teams . Current champions of the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, Rubro-Negro face Barcelona (ESP) this Saturday (23), at 4:30 pm , at Maracanã, in search of their second title. The competition brings together the winners of the U-20 Libertadores and the UEFA Youth League.
The Red-Blacks had already purchased 35,473 tickets as of Friday night. Sales are not yet complete, as the Upper South section remains closed , but the Upper East section has been reopened due to high demand. The match is expected to surpass the competition's attendance record, which was 40,579 for the 2022 match between Peñarol and Benfica.
Coach Bruno Pivetti should send onto the field : Lucas Furtado; Daniel Sales, João Victor, Iago and Gusttavo; Fabiano, Pablo Lúcio and Matheus Gonçalves ; Lorran, Joshua and Pedro Leão.
The Spanish team, led by Belletti, should start with : Max Bonfill; Xavi Espart, Andrés Cuenca, Alexis Olmedo and Landry Farré; Brian Fariñas, Quin Junyent and Pedro Rodríguez; Óscar Gistau, Jan Virgili and Tommy Marqués.
The match will be broadcast exclusively on free-to-air TV Globo, with commentary by Gustavo Villani and two former Flamengo players: Maestro Júnior and Paulo Nunes. Kick-off is at 4:30 p.m. Brasília time.
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