GOAL AGAINST FORTALEZA MAKES ARASCAETA REACH IMPORTANT MARK IN FLAMENGO

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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Over the course of four games, Arrascaeta demonstrated impressive versatility and technical ability. With two assists, he not only contributed to his team's goals, but also played a key role in building up the plays. His nine shots, three of which resulted in goals, highlight his precision and effectiveness when completing plays.

A notable aspect of Arrascaeta's game is his ability to be a facilitator on the field. With 12 decisive passes, he constantly found his teammates in promising positions, creating scoring opportunities and maintaining pressure on the opposing defense. His impressive passing accuracy rate of 82% is a reflection of his exceptional precision and vision of the game.

In addition, Arrascaeta's ability to dribble past opponents stands out, with a success rate dribbling rate of 76%. His ability to successfully dribble not only creates space for himself but also destabilizes the opposition defense, opening up opportunities for his teammates. Not limited to just the offensive aspect of the game, Arrascaeta also demonstrated its importance in recovering balls. With 13 balls recovered throughout the games, he shows a remarkable commitment to defensive work and a willingness to contribute in all areas of the field.

It is crucial to highlight the impressive Sofascore rating of 7.93 attributed to Arrascaeta it is not only a reflection of your individual performance, but also its influence on the team's overall performance. His ability to elevate the level of play of his teammates and lead by example makes him not only an exceptional talent, but also an invaluable asset to his team.

In conclusion, Arrascaeta has emerged as a central figure in the scene of football in the 2024 Carioca Championship. His technical dexterity, game vision and tireless work ethic distinguish him as one of the most complete and influential players in the competition. As the season continues to unfold, it is clear that Arrascaeta will continue to leave his indelible mark on the sport, inspiring admirers and naysayers alike with his mastery on the pitch.