Saúl hails importance of FIFA break for Flamengo | OneFootball

Five Flamengo players were called up during this FIFA international break

Flamengo’s schedule is on hold because of the FIFA international break. The national team match period, which began last Thursday (24), runs until October 6. Taking advantage of the days off at Rubro-Negro, Saúl Ñíguez highlighted the importance of the break for the players’ rest.

— Obviously, it’s very good to have a few days off and then also have time to work. It’s very good for everyone. It’s a shame that we have so many people away with their national teams, that’s normal, that’s common at Flamengo, but I think that for those who stay here, it’s good to finish the season well — said Saúl during an NFL game at the Maracanã.

How many Flamengo players were called up during this FIFA international break?

Flamengo had five players called up for the FIFA international break. Coach Carlo Ancelotti selected Pedro and Samuel Lino for the Brazil national team. Meanwhile, Arrascaeta and Varela were called up by Uruguay, while Ecuador included Anthony Valencia for the upcoming friendlies.

Arrascaeta, however, suffered a fracture in his left wrist this Monday (28), in Uruguay’s 4-1 win over South Korea. As a result, the midfielder will return to Brazil and will be re-evaluated by Flamengo.

What is the situation in Flamengo’s Medical Department?

One of Leonardo Jardim’s main concerns is the recovery of the players currently in the Medical Department. Evertton Araújo suffered a grade 3 muscle injury to the adductor muscle in his left thigh and is only expected to return in November.

In addition, Ayrton Lucas and Gonzalo Plata suffered muscle injuries in the back of their right thighs. Therefore, the players will also remain under Flamengo’s medical care during the FIFA international break. In other words, the long period without matches could be important for the players’ recovery.

What is Flamengo’s situation in 2026?

At the moment, Flamengo sits at the top of the Brasileirão table with 60 points. Rubro-Negro holds a three-point lead over second-place Palmeiras. In other words, Mengão is well on its way to winning back-to-back titles in the competition.

In the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo is preparing to face Estudiantes (ARG) in the semifinals. After eliminating Independiente del Valle (ECU) in the quarterfinals, Rubro-Negro will take on the Argentine side on October 15 and 22, with the decisive match taking place at the Maracanã.

When is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo’s next match in 2026 will take place on October 8 against Santos. On that occasion, the teams will face each other at Vila Belmiro at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time), in the 29th round of the Brasileirão. This means Mengão will have about two weeks of preparation before the clash in Baixada Santista.

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