Varela urges Flamengo fans to back Emerson Royal after boos | OneFootball

What happened to Emerson Royal in the game between Flamengo and Internacional?

Emerson Royal did not have an easy night this Wednesday (04). After a below-expected performance in the first half of the game between Flamengo and Internacional, the full-back was booed by the red-black fans and left the field at halftime. A ‘rival’ for the position, Varela asked for the support of the Nation for the number 22.

– I understand it's difficult, I've been through it too. But you have to keep your head up, trust the coach, me too, everyone. And believe that things will come at the right time –, he said, before concluding:

– And you have to be physically prepared so that when you play again, you do it in the best way. But you have to be prepared and count on the support of the fans, which is very important –, concluded Varela, in an interview in the mixed zone.

How was the game between Flamengo and Internacional?

The first half of the game between Flamengo and Internacional was balanced. Despite the Red-Black controlling most of the ball possession, the attack of Mengão failed to create great chances. Additionally, at 48 minutes of the first half, Borré took advantage of a counterattack and opened the scoring for the gauchos.

Thus, at halftime, Flamengo needed to chase the score. At 21 minutes, Varela was brought down by Bernabei inside the area, and referee Rodrigo Pereira awarded a penalty to Mengão. Thus, Arrascaeta equalized the score, securing a point for Fla.

What is Flamengo's next game?

With Emerson Royal available, Flamengo returns to the field this Saturday (07) to face Sampaio Corrêa, for the sixth round of the Carioca Championship. Thus, the ball will roll at 9 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã. It is worth noting that the Red-Black is in a delicate situation in the State Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the game between Flamengo and Sampaio Corrêa, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, SporTV (closed channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Carioca match.

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