Arrascaeta on Flamengo’s Libertadores woes: "We must finish teams" | OneFootball

Arrascaeta's Flamengo struggled, but overcame Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals

Flamengo is in the semifinals of the Libertadores. Thus, the Rubro-Negro will face Racing (ARG) after eliminating Estudiantes (ARG) on penalties. After the penalty shootout, Flamengo idol Arrascaeta expressed regret for not achieving a larger score in the first leg of the quarterfinals.

Even though they qualified, the team captain recalled the first game, admitted that Flamengo should have scored more goals, and urged caution with the Libertadores. According to the number 10, the competition is treacherous.

— Of all the titles this generation has won, we always face difficulties in matches like this. Today was another time. It showed the strength of our squad. When one is not well, the teammate has to step in and give their best. Today we did very well in the penalties -, pointed out Arrascaeta, adding that:

— We had a great game at Maracanã, we could have scored more goals, this ended up complicating the return match. It serves as an example for the future. When we have the opportunity to settle the score, we have to do it. The Libertadores is treacherous. This definitely strengthens us a lot -, highlighted the Uruguayan.

How was the overall performance?

The first game ended 2 to 1, with goals from Pedro and Varela for Flamengo and an own goal from Léo Pereira. In the second meeting, Benedetti scored for Estudiantes and took the decision to penalties. Then, goalkeeper Rossi shone.

Who is Flamengo's next opponent?

Flamengo's next match will be against Corinthians, for the Brasileirão. However, advancing to the semifinals of the Libertadores means that Rubro-Negro will face Racing (ARG), who eliminated Vélez Sarsfield (ARG).

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