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In an exclusive interview with Coluna do Fla, Orlando Berrío analyzed Jorge Carrascal’s current situation

Born in Cartagena, Colombia, but with history at Flamengo, Orlando Berrío and Jorge Carrascal have a few things in common in their respective careers. That is why the former forward speaks with authority about the midfielder. In an interview with Coluna do Fla, the 2019 Libertadores champion said he hopes his fellow countryman will be a starter at the World Cup, but made it clear he does not want to “hurt” Colombia.

— I think he can be a starter. It will also depend a lot on the coach, because sometimes you can be in great form, but if the coach has a style of play in which he does not see Carrascal as a starter, we have to respect that. In my opinion, Carrascal deserves a place in the starting lineup — said Berrío to Coluna do Fla

— But also, as a Colombian, I will support whoever is on the field. I’m not going to root for the national team to do badly just so Carrascal can get in. He is a kid I like very much, I know a bit of his story, we are from the same city, Cartagena, and he is a guy with a good heart. For people like that, we always wish the best — added the former forward.

WHY IS CARRASCAL A SUBSTITUTE FOR COLOMBIA?

Currently, Carrascal is a substitute for Colombia. The competition for the Flamengo player is tough. After all, the position is occupied by James Rodríguez, a historic idol in the country, and Jhon Arias, one of the standout players in Brazilian football for Palmeiras. Even so, Berrío hopes the Flamengo man will become a starter for the team.

IS CARRASCAL’S CHANCE AGAINST MEDELLÍN?

That is why Carrascal has the chance to impress his home country this Thursday (07), “at home,” against Independiente Medellín (COL), in the fourth round of Group A of the Copa Libertadores da América. Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Atanasio Girardot Stadium, with full coverage from Coluna do Fla.

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