The Uruguayan is one of Flamengo's biggest highlights this season
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The star was applauded by the fans, who chanted his name in a deafening chorus of "Ah, it's De La Cruz". For the fans, he was not just a player on the field, but a true inspiration, a symbol of determination and dedication.
With his masterful performance, De La Cruz was not only present on the scoreboard, but also in the hearts of the fans, who left the stadium ecstatic with their idol's performance. And no less. The player showed that he is ready for the challenges that the season holds, making it clear that he is a fundamental piece in Flamengo's tactical scheme.
In addition to the individual brilliance of De La Cruz, it is important to highlight the cohesion and efficiency of the team as a whole. From defense to attack, Flamengo appeared compact and determined, not giving space to the opponent and controlling the game from start to finish.
Now, with their eyes focused on the next challenges, < a href="https://gazetadourubu.com/noticia/flamengo-informa-leo-pereira-tem-incomodo-maior-e-deixa-o-campo-contra-o-bolivar" target="_blank">Flamengo< /a> remains firm in pursuit of its biggest goal: winning the Copa Libertadores title. And with players like De La Cruz inspiring and leading the team, the prospects for the remainder of the season are as good as possible.
Mais Querido's number 8 has been an example both on and off the field
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The Flamengo it was only tied with Cuiabá on Saturday night (6), in a game valid for the 15th round of the Brasileirão. After the game, Tite held a press conference and praised Gerson, highlighting his quality in being able to play in various positions on the field.
Sometimes the guys call him 'Joker'. Sometimes, it is very difficult to perform two or three functions on the field", said Tite, praising the number 8 of Mais Querido after a draw with Cuiabá.
TEAM HIGHLIGHTUs In recent games Gerson has been one of the best players for Tite's Flamengo. Furthermore, Mais Querido's number 8 is an example off the field for the younger players and they have strengthened their leadership of the group.
SITUATION OF FLAMENGO IN BRASILEIRÃOWith the draw against Cuiabá, Flamengowas at 31 points and will continue another round in the lead of the Brasileirão. However, it is possible that Mais Querido will see its title competitors come close, as that only three points separated them.
FOCUS ON THE NEXT CONFRONTATIONThus, the Flamengo squad returns to the field only on July 11th, when they face Fortaleza, in a match valid for the 16th round of the Brasileirão. This way, the team can have a rest period until the next game.
A highlight of the second half was the replacement of young players
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Flamengo drew 1-1 with Cuiabá on Saturday night (6), at Maracanã, in a match valid for the 15th round of the Brazilian Championship. Despite the unexpected result, Rubro-Negro secured the lead in the competition until the end of the round. After the game, coach Tite analyzed the team's performance.
Flamengo was behind on the scoreboard, but pressed throughout the game, managing to equalize with a goal from Pedro. However, the team was unable to break through Cuiabá's defensive block to turn the match around. A highlight of the second half was the replacement of Werton and Lorran with Carlinhos and Matheus Gonçalves, something that Tite explained after the game.
Coach Tite highlighted the performance of goalkeeper Walter, from Cuiabá, as fundamental to the draw. “Walter had a great game, I think there were 11 shots on goal. In a volume created, with a series of adversities, I will not talk about the calendar, I have already said it and I do not want to be repetitive. We had the search until the final moment. The game presented itself, we tried to use two pivots, we replaced the boys to create the alternatives we needed and here is the support for the boys, Lorran and Werton”, analyzed Tite.
GAME STRATEGY
Tite sought greater coordination in midfield, using Gerson and Lorran as play creators. “I wanted to work on the projection. I looked for an articulating player to give more volume. As I have Lorran together with Gerson, who are two articulators, they look for each other, the idea was to have them. Then, we put together a strategy to pierce their middle and lower block (Cuiabá). We had to make the movement in the last third”, he explained.
Tite also highlighted the difficulties faced due to the tight schedule, which hampered the team's preparation. “It’s difficult not to talk about the calendar issue. We analyze the opponent and there is no way to train for this game. You put it on video and try to make sure things arrive on time. It was the third game in a row in less than 72 hours. We weren't able to maintain the regularity to put ourselves in front of the goal, to have a cleaner finish. We have to recognize that, on the other side, Walter was on a bright day”, added the coach.
With the draw, Flamengo reached 31 points, maintaining the isolated lead of the Brasileirão. Next Thursday (10), the team returns to Maracanã to face Fortaleza, at 8pm. Cuiabá, in turn, reached 14 points and occupies 15th place in the table.
The players play together at Flamengo, while in the Uruguayan national team they compete for the same position.
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Coaches Tite and Marcelo Marcelo Bielsa disagree about the roles of De La Cruz and Arrascaeta. This is because De La Cruz and Arrascaeta play together at Flamengo, while in the Uruguayan national team they compete for the same position.
Tite sees De La Cruz capable of playing a more defensive role alongside Pulgar, giving Arrascaeta freedom. At Fla, De La Cruz plays as "8", while Arrascaeta is "10". Bielsa plays with two legitimate wingers and prefers two midfielders plus scorers. In this scheme, there is only space left for one point guard. And De La Cruz has been the starter, with Arrascaeta on the bench. They never play together for Celeste.
De La Cruz has already alternated between midfielder and midfielder since River Plate and handles these different roles naturally between Uruguay and Flamengo. The lineup with greater freedom in Uruguay is reflected in the numbers. He provided three assists in 25 games for Flamengo this season, while in the Copa América he already has two in three matches.
Arrascaeta, with less scoring ability and without this versatility, is waiting for his chances. He started the Copa América as a starter, but became De La Cruz's reserve and didn't even start against the United States.
With De La Cruz among the starters and Arrasca on the bench, Uruguay will face the Brazilian team this Saturday , at 10pm, in Las Vegas, for the quarterfinals of the Copa América.
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