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Arrascaeta states that Flamengo needs to change a lot before the second leg of the South American Recopa

Flamengo found themselves in a tough spot in the South American Recopa as they lost the first leg 1-0 to Lanús (ARG). Meanwhile, one of the red-black captains, Arrascaeta, made a strong statement about Fla's situation.

In summary, Arrascaeta stated that Flamengo needs to change a lot for the rematch with Lanús. Additionally, the red-black player emphasized that the team traveled to Argentina to return to Brazil with the advantage and victory, but it was not possible.

— We have to change a lot for the second leg, today nothing went right, but it's not time to talk, it's time to work and respond at home. We came to win the match, unfortunately, we didn't get the result. We have to admit they were better than us in many aspects. Keep the humility for the return match and reverse the result -, he said in an interview with ESPN.

And now?

Now, due to the 1-0 scoreline built in Argentina, Lanús can even draw at Maracanã and still be the South American Recopa champion. However, a simple victory by Flamengo would take the decision to a penalty shootout.

In other words, Flamengo needs to win the second leg by at least two goals to secure the title without needing penalties. With Arrascaeta available, the Most Beloved will face Lanús again next Thursday (26), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã.

But before that?

Before that, however, Flamengo has another 'test' this season. That's because, on Sunday (22), the Red-Black faces Madureira in the first leg of the semifinal of the Campeonato Carioca. The match takes place at 8:30 PM (Brasília time).

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