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Birthplace of Colombian Jorge Carrascal Promises to Build a Stadium Named After the Player

Jorge Carrascal has been the subject of tributes in his hometown, Cartagena de Indias, the capital of the Bolívar department in Colombia. The regional government has even started a project for the Flamengo midfielder to have a new stadium in the area named after him. This gesture is in honor of the player’s participation in the campaign for the title in the last Libertadores.

The announcement was made by the governor of Bolívar, Yamil Arana Padauí. The politician stated that naming one of the stadiums after Carrascal is a way to inspire children and young people who dream of pursuing a career in sports. The Flamengo midfielder did not hide his emotion at the gesture and thanked them for the chance to be immortalized in the city where he was born.

The government of Bolívar, Colombia, also highlighted that this will be the first of several acts. The idea is to highlight the sporting and social legacy of a son of the land, in this case, Carrascal. “History strengthens the sense of belonging and projects Bolívar on a national and international level,” said Padauí.

WHAT ELSE HAPPENED IN THE TRIBUTE TO CARRASCAL?

In addition to the promise of the ‘Carrascal Stadium’, the Bolívar government issued a “Decree 001 of 2026”, highlighting the player’s personal effort in achieving continental champion status, “recognizing him as a source of pride for the department.”

HOW IS CARRASCAL DOING AT FLAMENGO?

Signed by Flamengo in August of last year, Carrascal has become an undisputed starter for the team. He scored the goal that put Mengo in the final of the Libertadores, against Racing (ARG). Wearing the Sacred Mantle, he has played 24 matches, scored three goals, and provided five assists so far.

However, Flamengo will have a hard time keeping the player in the squad. That’s because Napoli (ITA) has offered 20 million euros (R$ 126 million). In addition, Olympique (FRA) has also sought information about the number 15 of the four-time Libertadores champion.

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