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Athirson, Flamengo Idol, Mentions Ronaldinho Gaúcho and Zico to Define Arrascaeta as a Star

The former left-back Athirson, an idol of Flamengo, played with high-caliber athletes like Romário and Zidane. When asked which player from the current squad he would choose to play with, the ex-athlete's response was straightforward this Friday (05).

— Easy! It's Arrascaeta. He's different, you know. Very genius, he thinks the game with ease, reads the game with ease, passes with perfection. And today he's being very decisive, right? He finds an incredible pass, man. So, if you play with a guy like that, you know you can attack the space because he will find the right moment to meet you upfront. He's a star -, highlighted Athirson.

Thus, Athirson's choice occurred during the Mengocast, a weekly program on the club's YouTube channel, Flamengo TV. The show is hosted by the narrator João Guilherme, who questioned the red-black idol once again to confirm if Arrascaeta is indeed a star or not.

— Arrascaeta is a star, you know. Just like Ronaldinho Gaúcho, who is a genius. They are players like Zico, who is a genius. So, he might not be doing well in the game, but with one ball, he can find you. One ball from him can solve your problem. That's what Arrascaeta is, right, man? He's living a great moment, right? And may it continue like this for a long time -, pointed out Athirson.

How Was Athirson at Flamengo?

Athirson made his professional debut for Flamengo in 1995. Throughout his comings and goings, the former left-back played 252 matches, scored 37 goals, and provided 26 assists. The idol participated in the Carioca championship three-peat alongside Petkovic and won the Mercosul in 1999 against Palmeiras.

And Arrascaeta?

As Athirson pointed out, Arrascaeta is living a decisive moment. The number 10 is approaching his best season with the Sacred Mantle, with 17 goals and 13 assists in 42 matches. However, in 2019, the Uruguayan scored 18 goals and assisted his teammates 19 times.

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