Arrascaeta hails Flamengo’s stature: “Everyone would love to play here” | OneFootball

What are Arrascaeta’s numbers for Flamengo?

Wearing the number 10 shirt for Mengão, Arrascaeta remains one of Flamengo’s standout players in the 2026 season. Wearing the Sacred Mantle since 2019, the Uruguayan is more than used to the pressure of playing for the Rubro-Negro. In addition, the midfielder believes every player would like to play for Fla.

— Everyone would like to play for Flamengo. But it is certainly very difficult (to play and succeed at Flamengo). Flamengo is a great club with great people. I’m happy to be part of this institution, of this history -, he said, before concluding:

— We represent a huge fanbase. The responsibility of playing for Flamengo is greater than at other clubs, but it is a good kind of pressure. I’ve been here for many years now and I know how to deal with that pressure -, he concluded in an interview with ‘Transfermarkt’.

How is Arrascaeta doing in the 2026 season?

After a historic season in 2025, Arrascaeta has managed to maintain his high level in 2026. So far, the number 10 has played 19 matches, with seven goals and two assists.

What are Arrascaeta’s numbers in a Flamengo shirt?

Flamengo completed the signing of Arrascaeta in January 2019, after paying 15 million euros (R$63.7 million at the time) to Cruzeiro. Since then, the Uruguayan has played 373 matches, with 105 goals and 116 assists.

In addition, alongside Bruno Henrique, Arrascaeta is the player with the most titles in Flamengo’s history. Since 2019, the number 10 has lifted 18 trophies, including three Libertadores titles, three Brasileirão titles, and two Copa do Brasil titles.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Arrascaeta available, Flamengo remains focused on the Libertadores. This Wednesday (29), the Rubro-Negro faces Estudiantes (ARG) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in the third round of the continental tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of Flamengo’s match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV) and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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