Arrascaeta honoured at Maracanã ahead of Flamengo v Santos clash | OneFootball

Why Was Arrascaeta Honored at Maracanã?

Flamengo announced this Saturday (08) the contract renewal with Arrascaeta. Thus, the new agreement between the club and the Uruguayan idol runs until 2028, with the possibility of extension until 2029. With this, the number 10 celebrated the milestone on the Maracanã pitch.

Before the match between Flamengo and Santos, this Sunday (09), Arrascaeta received a jersey with the number 2028 from José Boto, Flamengo’s football director. The player was even accompanied by his wife Camila Bastiani, who is pregnant with the couple’s first child.

What Are the Details of the New Contract?

Arrascaeta had a contract with Flamengo until the end of next year. Now, with the new deal, the Uruguayan midfielder will remain with the red-and-black team until the end of 2028. In addition, the number 10 has a release clause of 35 million euros (R$ 215 million at the current exchange rate).

What Are Arrascaeta’s Stats in 2025?

It’s worth noting that Arrascaeta is having the best season of his career in 2025. At this moment, the Uruguayan has played 56 matches, scoring 22 goals and providing 15 assists. Thus, the number 10 hopes to finish the year in the best way possible, with the titles of the Brasileirão and the Libertadores.

What Is Flamengo’s Next Match?

With Arrascaeta among the starters, Flamengo faces Santos this Sunday (09), in a match valid for the 33rd round of the Brazilian Championship. Kickoff is at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match between Flamengo and Santos.

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