Arrascaeta mocks Carioca, hits back at Flamengo Libertadores critics | OneFootball

Flamengo's Number 10, Arrascaeta, Gave an Interview After the Victory Over Racing (ARG)

Flamengo defeated Racing (ARG) 1-0 and took the lead in the Libertadores semifinals. Despite the narrow score, some fans complained, expecting a bigger advantage at Maracanã. However, Arrascaeta made a point to praise the result and warned: it's not a state championship.

— It's the Libertadores semifinal, not a Carioca game. We knew it would be very difficult, the home victory is important. We have to be prepared for any situation there (in Argentina). They are a great team that has achieved important things, it will be as tough as it was today -, said Arrascaeta, Flamengo's number 10.

— It was a very physical game because their team fights for every ball, defends very well, but we managed to get an advantage that will be very important for the return match, which will surely be as difficult as today or even harder -, he added.

PLAYING AGAINST FORTALEZA?

Despite the importance of Flamengo's game against Racing next Wednesday (29), Mengão has another 'decision' over the weekend, which could mean the leadership of the Brasileirão. On Saturday (25), the Rubro-Negro faces Fortaleza at Castelão. Therefore, Arrascaeta wants the team to quickly switch focus.

— Now it's time to think about Fortaleza and then the return match. The end of the season is crazy, each game the team has to behave like a final. The most important thing is for everyone to be 100% to play a great game, as we will face a team that needs points. If (Filipe) puts me in, I will play -, concluded Arrascaeta.

WHEN IS FORTALEZA VS FLAMENGO?

The match between Fortaleza and Flamengo kicks off at 7:30 PM (Brasília time) on Saturday (25), at Castelão, for the 30th round of the Brasileirão. If Mengão is on the field, there is full coverage by Coluna do Fla, with information on the website, social media, and YouTube.

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