Arrascaeta blunt on Flamengo’s Libertadores struggles: "We must finish teams off" | OneFootball

Flamengo with Arrascaeta suffered, but overcame Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals

Flamengo is in the semifinals of the Libertadores. Thus, the Rubro-Negro will face Racing (ARG) after eliminating Estudiantes (ARG) on penalties. After the penalty shootout, Flamengo idol Arrascaeta expressed his regret for not having achieved a bigger score in the first leg of the quarterfinals.

Even though they qualified, the team captain recalled the first game, admitted that Flamengo should have scored more goals, and called for caution in the Libertadores. According to the number 10, the competition is treacherous.

— Of all the titles this generation has won, we have always faced difficulties in matches like this. Today was no different. It showed the strength of our squad. When one is not doing well, a teammate has to step in and give his best. Today we did very well in the penalty shootout — pointed out Arrascaeta, adding that:

— We had played a great game at Maracanã, we could have scored more goals, and that ended up making the second leg more complicated. It serves as an example for the future. When we have the chance to finish the game, we have to take it. The Libertadores is treacherous. This will definitely make us stronger — emphasized the Uruguayan.

How was the overall performance?

The first game ended 2-1, with goals from Pedro and Varela for Flamengo and an own goal by Léo Pereira. In the second match, Benedetti scored for Estudiantes and took the decision to penalties. Then, goalkeeper Rossi shined.

Who is Flamengo's next opponent?

The next match for Flamengo will be against Corinthians, for the Brasileirão. However, advancing to the semifinals of the Libertadores means the Rubro-Negro will face Racing (ARG), who eliminated Vélez Sarsfield (ARG).

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