Bruno Henrique after Libertadores opener goal: “For Flamengo, we’d do…” | OneFootball

Number 27 opened the scoring for Flamengo against Cusco (PER)

As the reigning champions, Flamengo kicked off the 2026 Libertadores with a 2-0 win over Cusco (PER) on Wednesday (08). The author of the goal that opened the scoring for Fla, Bruno Henrique, declared his love for the Most Beloved.

At 35 years old, Bruno Henrique, alongside Arrascaeta, is the only remaining member of the ‘2019 Generation’ in the Flamengo squad. After opening the scoring for the Rubro-Negro in the Libertadores opener, the number 27 spoke about whether he felt the altitude of 3,400 meters above sea level.

What did Bruno Henrique say?

— Ah, you feel it a little, right? But for Flamengo, we do what we can. We give our lives, give it everything we’ve got, so we can earn the three points, and that’s what we did on the pitch once again, coming away with those three points -, he said.

How has number 27’s season been?

In short, Bruno Henrique has played in only 11 matches for Flamengo in 2026. In addition, the number 27 has scored three goals and provided two assists for his teammates. Recently, the forward missed a run of Fla matches due to pubalgia.

How did Flamengo’s win happen?

As always decisive, the ‘2019 Generation’ led Flamengo to victory over Cusco at altitude. First, Bruno Henrique opened the scoring for the Most Beloved. Then, Arrascaeta doubled the lead and sealed the Rubro-Negro’s 2-0 win.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Now, after opening their Libertadores campaign, Flamengo turn their attention to the Brazilian Championship. That’s because, on Saturday (11), the Most Beloved face Fluminense in the 11th round of the Brasileirão. The derby kicks off at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) at the Maracanã.

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