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Problems? Flamengo confirms the return of two athletes who were with the national team

After defending Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, the full-back and midfielder were released and are now reporting to Mais Querido

Arrascaeta and Varela return to Flamengo after FIFA Date, with the midfielder released without restrictions and the full-back undergoing medical evaluation - photo; reproduction
Arrascaeta and Varela return to Flamengo after FIFA Date, with the midfielder released without restrictions and the full-back undergoing medical evaluation - photo; reproduction

07 Set 2025 | 16:39 |

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Flamengo reported that Guillermo Varela, right-back for the Uruguayan national team, was released after Uruguay qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup . The player presented with pubalgia and will be re-evaluated by the Flamengo medical department.


According to the official statement, Dr. Fernando Sassaki, the club's doctor, maintained constant contact with the Uruguayan Football Association's medical team to monitor the athlete's situation.


ARRASCAETA WAS SPARED


In addition to Varela, midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta also returns to the squad. Despite not presenting any medical problems, the player was rested for Uruguay's second match on this FIFA World Cup . The club expressed its gratitude for the cooperation between the medical departments of both the Celeste and Rubro-Negro teams.

The break in national championships between September 1st and 10th is due to the FIFA Date , intended for the Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. There was an expectation that the elimination in the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG would create a longer interval between commitments, but the changes promoted by the CBF reduced the space in Mengão's schedule.


NEXT APPOINTMENT

Flamengo returns to the field next Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), against Juventude, at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship. The club seeks to end a long fast in Caxias do Sul , since the last victory there occurred on October 1, 1997, when they won 1-0 after an own goal by Rodrigo Costa.


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It's going to be packed! Check out the partial ticket sales for Flamengo vs. Estudiantes.

Mengão fans are mobilizing to fill the Maracanã stadium for the first leg of the quarterfinals against Estudiantes; the stadium is expected to sell out before the general sale.

Flamengo fans guarantee more than 30 thousand tickets for Flamengo vs Estudiantes and promise to fill Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Flamengo fans guarantee more than 30 thousand tickets for Flamengo vs Estudiantes and promise to fill Maracanã - photo: reproduction

07 Set 2025 | 16:26 |

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Flamengo is close to another final in the 2025 Copa Libertadores . The club faces Estudiantes in the quarterfinals, with the first match scheduled for Maracanã, and the crowd's mobilization is impressive.


According to journalist Venê Casagrande , more than 30,000 tickets have already been sold for the match. The stadium is expected to reach capacity even before the stadium opens to the general public.


Sales began this Sunday (7), initially destined for the two-star Maraca 2 plan. Flamengo's board expects all tickets to be sold out by Friday (12) , when general sales will open for fans without membership.


OFFICIAL SALES SCHEDULE

07/09 at 10am: Maraca Nation 2 (2 stars)


09/08 at 10am: Maraca Nation 2 (1 star)

09/09 at 10am: Maraca Nation 2 / Maraca Nation 3 (1 star)

10/09 at 10am: Maraca Nation 3

September 12th at 10am: General Public Online

September 18th at 9pm: End of Online Sales

TICKET PRICES

North Sector (Mengão): from R$62.50 to R$250.00

South Sector (Mengão): from R$50.00 to R$200.00

Upper East (Mengão): from R$62.50 to R$250.00

Lower East (Mengão): from R$75.00 to R$300.00

Fla+ Space (Lower East): R$200.00

Lower West (Mengão): from R$75.00 to R$300.00

Maracanã Mais (Mengão): from R$ 281.25 to R$ 900.00


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Danilo returns to Flamengo's starting lineup against Juventude

The defender has everything to be among the starting 11 for Mengão against Jaconero in Caxias do Sul due to the absence of an important piece in defense

Danilo should return to Flamengo's starting lineup after almost two months against Juventude in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Danilo should return to Flamengo's starting lineup after almost two months against Juventude in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

07 Set 2025 | 15:58 |

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Flamengo continues its preparation to face Juventude , next Sunday (14), for the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. For the match, coach Filipe Luís will not have Léo Ortiz, suspended, and should bet on Danilo as a starter in the red-black defense .


Danilo's last start was the 1-0 victory over Fluminense on July 20th, in the 15th round. At the time, the defender suffered a thigh muscle injury and was sidelined for about a month. Now fully recovered, he is expected to return to the starting lineup.


WHY IS LEO ORTIZ OUT?


In the 1-1 draw with Grêmio on August 31, Léo Ortiz received his third yellow card of the season in a highly contested play by Grêmio. As a result, he will serve an automatic suspension and will not travel to Caxias do Sul.

HOW WAS DANILO'S INJURY?


A starter in the derby against Fluminense, Danilo felt pain in his right thigh and left the field in the 37th minute of the second half. Since then, he has undergone treatment with the Medical Department and has returned to the field , once again available for Filipe Luís.

DANILO'S NUMBERS FOR FLAMENGO

Signed in January after terminating his contract with Juventus (ITA) , Danilo has played 18 games, scored three goals, and provided one assist for Flamengo . Although he is not a regular starter, he has been alternating between Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira in defense, despite suffering from physical problems.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME

Rubro-Negro returns to the field next Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), against Juventude, at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, for the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. Flamengo seeks to end a long run without victories at Jaconero's home . The last time they won there was on October 1, 1997, when the score ended 1-0 for Mais Querido, due to an own goal by Rodrigo Costa.


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Pulgar talks about his recovery at Flamengo after a broken finger

The midfielder suffered the injury in the match between Mengão and Bayern Munich in the Club World Cup and hopes to return to the field in September.

Pulgar talks about the recovery process at Flamengo and thanks the club's Medical Department - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flaemngo
Pulgar talks about the recovery process at Flamengo and thanks the club's Medical Department - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flaemngo

07 Set 2025 | 15:14 |

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Flamengo is getting closer to clearing out its medical department . While Alex Sandro is making progress in recovering from a calf injury, midfielder Erick Pulgar is also showing signs of improvement after a fracture in the fifth metatarsal in his right foot . In an interview with Flamengo TV, the Chilean spoke about the treatment process, expressed his eagerness to return to the field, and left a message to the nation.


Flamengo's Pulgar on recovery: "I'm closer to returning to the field"


"The recovery has been very good. First, I'd like to thank Filipe (Luís) and Boto for giving me the confidence to go to Chile , and Dr. Sassaki and the entire medical department for overseeing the surgery and the first part of the work. Now I feel great, pain-free, I'm already doing more work, carrying more weight, and I'm closer to returning to the field," said the number 5.


Pulgar then highlighted the dedication behind the scenes: "We organized the week with the Medical Department to avoid wasting time, because I'm already eager to get back to training with the group. We'll continue the work and also thank the MD , who stayed with me working even when he was off," he concluded.

HOW DID THE FLEGAL INJURY HAPPEN?


The midfielder suffered the injury on June 29th during a friendly against Bayern Munich (GER). In the first half, Pulgar fouled Harry Kane , receiving a yellow card, and soon after, felt pain in his right foot. Tests confirmed a fracture in the fifth metatarsal, and the athlete underwent surgery in Chile.

WHEN WILL FLAMENGO RETURN TO THE FIELD?

With no exact date set for Pulgar's return, Flamengo is focusing on the next match on the calendar . Filipe Luís' team faces Juventude, this Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in a match valid for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship.



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