Flamengo retire shirt number, Arrascaeta in different strip v Bahia | OneFootball

Flamengo announced new development this Saturday (18)

In honor of the greatest player in the history of Brazilian basketball, Oscar Schmidt, Flamengo paid tribute to the former athlete, who passed away on Friday (17). As a result, the club announced the retirement of the No. 14 jersey from Mengão’s basketball team.

In addition to no longer using the No. 14 jersey in basketball, Flamengo will also hold a tribute on the football pitch. This Sunday (19), against Bahia, in the Brasileirão, Arrascaeta will wear the number made eternal by Oscar on the court. Therefore, the Most Beloved will not wear the No. 10 at the Maracanã.

WHAT DID FLAMENGO SAY?

“The Board of Directors of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo unanimously approved the permanent retirement of the No. 14 jersey of Rubro-Negro basketball, in honor of Oscar Schmidt, the greatest name in the history of Brazilian basketball of all time. An eternal idol, Oscar made his mark wearing the Sacred Jersey between 1999 and 2003, leaving behind a legacy that transcends the court and will continue to inspire generations,” the club began.

“Oscar Schmidt is a heritage figure of Flamengo, Brazil, and the world of sports. His story helped shape basketball as we know it today and will remain an eternal reference for excellence, talent, and passion,” Flamengo added.

OSCAR FOREVER!

The tributes from the football team continue a series of mentions of Oscar at Flamengo. On Friday (17), the volleyball and basketball teams paid tribute in the Superliga and Champions Americas semifinals, respectively, with a minute of silence before the matches.

SO, HAS ARRASCAETA WORN 14 BEFORE?

The number made eternal by Oscar will not be new for Arrascaeta. The star already wore No. 14 for Flamengo between 2019 and 2025. However, after Gabigol’s departure at the beginning of last year, the Uruguayan asked to take the No. 10, the number he had always worn at the other clubs he played for.

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