Filipe Luís praises Arrascaeta’s stand-in after Flamengo v Vasco clash | OneFootball

Flamengo and Vasco drew 1-1 with a goal from Jorge Carrascal at Maracanã

Despite the 1-1 draw with Vasco this Sunday (21), Flamengo had good news: the Colombian Jorge Carrascal started for the first time and did well. Thus, Filipe Luís praised the midfielder who replaced Arrascaeta in the 24th round of the Brasileirão.

— (Carrascal) has a lot of quality, he played a great game. He understood well the spaces, the importance, which is crucial for a player of this position. He scored the goal, but not only that. He continued the plays, posed a threat, created more chances and is a very important option for us -, said Filipe Luís.

How did Carrascal score the goal?

At the 11th minute of the first half, Emerson Royal combined with Plata on the right and crossed into the area. Then, Bruno Henrique shot, goalkeeper Léo Jardim saved and deflected to the middle.

On the rebound, Carrascal appeared well and sent it to the back of the net. Therefore, Flamengo opened the score against Vasco, but at 30 minutes the Rubro-Negro conceded the equalizing goal.

How many games does Carrascal have with Filipe Luís?

The new signing of Flamengo reached his fifth game with the Sacred Mantle, but it was the first as a starter. The Colombian, however, is the immediate reserve of the Rubro-Negro idol Arrascaeta, who is having the best season of his career.

What is Flamengo's next game?

With Carrascal available, Flamengo now turns its attention to the dream of 'Eternal Glory'. For the return match of the quarterfinals of the Libertadores, the Mengão visits Estudiantes de La Plata (ARG).

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