Rossi opens up after Flamengo match: “I regretted it because…” | OneFootball

Agustín Rossi failed in regular time, but was the hero in penalties in Flamengo's match

Rossi failed in the goal of Estudiantes (ARG). However, football allows the athlete to bounce back quickly. This was the case with the goalkeeper, who saved two penalties and put Flamengo in the semifinals of the Libertadores. The number 1 admitted frustration, but later did not hide his relief.

— First of all, very happy (for the qualification). I was upset about the goal conceded. It was a shot that was fast, but I demand a lot from myself and I know I made a mistake. The ball was faster than expected. I was very regretful because of the goal. But that's the position of goalkeeper —, said Rossi.

— Today I had the chance to make a mistake in the game, but I secured the team's qualification. Everyone made a lot of effort and created chances. My teammates took the penalties well. This victory is everyone's and everyone leaves happy. Let's focus on Sunday's game because it's very important —, declared the goalkeeper, referring to the clash with Corinthians, in the Brasileirão.

WHAT HAPPENED TO ROSSI?

With just a few seconds left for Flamengo to go to the break with a draw, Estudiantes scored. At 46', Benedetti received from the left and unleashed a shot, without an angle. But Rossi failed badly and accepted, in a ball that went over the goalkeeper.

However, Rossi bounced back from the penalty shootout. In the shots, the goalkeeper caught Benedetti's shot and then captain Ascacíbar's. Therefore, the number 1 went from hero to villain in La Plata.

HOW WAS THE SEMIFINAL SERIES?

Flamengo beat Estudiantes at Maracanã by 2 to 1, in a game that was greatly harmed by the refereeing. This Thursday (26), the Rubro-Negro had a lackluster performance and lost by 1 to 0. Then, Rossi redeemed himself and put Mengão among the top four of the Libertadores.

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