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If injuries are confirmed, Flamengo will suffer its fifth injury in fifteen days - Understand

The club has been going through moments of tension

29 Ago 2024 | 11:31 |

In the last 15 days, Flamengo has faced a wave of injuries that directly impacted the starting team. If all recent injuries are confirmed, five important players suffered injuries in a short period of two weeks, which raises an alert for both the medical department and the coaching staff.

It all started on August 15th , during the confrontation against Bolívar for the Libertadores, at Maracanã. In this game, both Pedro and Gabigol were injured, causing concerns for coach Tite and his team. Gabigol, who is already one of the main names in the squad, had his return projected for the next game against Corinthians, scheduled for Sunday in São Paulo. The expectation of his return generates some hope for the team, which has been facing difficulties in dealing with the absence of key players.

FLAMENGO MAY HAVE A "MOMENT" OF CRISIS

The series of injuries did not stop there. Three days after the game against Bolívar, the Flamengo faced Botafogo in the classic played at Nilton Santos, for Brazilian Championship. In this match, Arrascaeta was the next to join the injured list. His early exit from the game highlighted the seriousness of the situation, considering that the Uruguayan is one of the pillars of the team's offensive creation. Arrascaeta's absence is felt not only due to the technical loss, but also due to the lack of quality alternatives in the squad to replace him.

The situation became even more complicated last Wednesday, when, in another game, two other important players ended up in the medical department: Michael and De la Cruz. The injuries to these two athletes add to the list of problems for the coaching staff, which was already dealing with a missing squad. Michael, known for his speed and ability to open spaces in opposing defenses, and De la Cruz, who had stood out for his regular performance, are players who are unlikely to find suitable replacements in the current squad.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

If injuries are confirmed, Flamengo will suffer its fifth injury in fifteen days - Understand