Paquetá, Arrascaeta and more: Flamengo fitness latest for Vasco derby

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·1 May 2026

Paquetá, Arrascaeta and more: Flamengo fitness latest for Vasco derby

Flamengo will have a boost for the match against Vasco in the Brasileirão

Flamengo returns to the field on Sunday (03) to face Vasco in the 14th round of the Brasileirão. This Friday (01), before Léo Pereira's press conference, Flamengo doctor Luiz Macedo gave an update on the condition of some Mengão players.

See the medical status of the players:

Léo Pereira: suffered a deep cut on his left shin, received four stitches, and will be available for the Flamengo x Vasco derby. Erick Pulgar: suffered a shoulder dislocation four weeks ago, is improving, but still feels pain. The expectation is for him to return next week. Lucas Paquetá: suffered an injury to the biceps femoris tendon. His recovery is considered positive, and the player has already started strengthening work in the gym. Bruno Henrique: suffered trauma during the match against Estudiantes, was evaluated, and has already been cleared. Emerson Royal: suffered a nasal bone fracture, but has a chance of playing in the derby against Vasco. The club is preparing a protective mask. As he had the mold made today, he did not take part in training. Arrascaeta: is expected to return between 8 and 12 weeks after surgery. The procedure was performed to speed up recovery, providing more stability and reducing pain.

Is Arrascaeta the main concern?

It is worth noting that Arrascaeta is currently the player receiving the most attention from Flamengo. In the match against Estudiantes (ARG), the Uruguayan fell onto the pitch on top of his shoulder and, as a result, fractured his right collarbone.

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As such, Arrascaeta underwent collarbone surgery this Thursday (30), in Rio de Janeiro. The procedure was successful and, this Friday (01), Flamengo's number 10 was discharged from the hospital.

Will Flamengo have a boost for the match against Vasco?

Léo Pereira missed Flamengo's 1-1 draw with Estudiantes this Wednesday (29) in the Libertadores. That is because the center-back suffered a cut on his left shin in the 4-0 win over Atlético-MG. Even so, the defender will be available for the derby against Vasco this Sunday (03).

What is Flamengo's next match?

Meanwhile, Flamengo remains focused on its next commitment of the season. This Sunday (03), the Rubro-Negro faces Vasco at 4:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the 14th round of the national championship.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Vasco through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air), GE TV (YouTube), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Rio derby.

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