Rossi on ‘heroic’ Racing clash, targets Libertadores semi-final | OneFootball

Flamengo and Racing (ARG) face off in pursuit of a spot in the Libertadores final

Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (22) to face Racing (ARG) in the first leg of the Libertadores semifinal. A ‘familiar face’ to the Argentine team, Rossi recalled an old memory against the Avellaneda club and projected the matches in pursuit of a spot in the final.

— I can say that in 2022, when we faced Boca in the League Cup, we eliminated them in the semifinals, on penalties, so my last memory against them was good. I think it will be a very difficult, very contested game, and everyone has to believe in the work we do day by day — he said, before concluding:

— I always say the same thing: a Libertadores game is always very difficult, especially in a semifinal. There is the possibility of being two games away from playing a final defending Flamengo and that is extremely important. Racing is a big club in Argentina, very strong at their stadium — concluded Rossi, in an interview with ‘ESPN’.

Has Rossi faced Racing before?

Having played for Estudiantes (ARG), Lanús (ARG), and Boca Juniors (ARG), Agustín Rossi is a ‘familiar face’ to Racing. The goalkeeper has faced the Avellaneda team 11 times throughout his career. In the meantime, the keeper has two wins, six draws, and three losses.

One of Rossi's memorable games against Racing happened in 2022, in the Argentine League Cup semifinal. Boca Juniors secured a spot in the final after the goalkeeper's heroic performance in regular time, as well as saving the team in the penalty shootout.

What is Flamengo's next game?

With Rossi available, Flamengo continues its preparation to face Racing (ARG) this Wednesday (22). Moreover, the match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores semifinal.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (open channel) and GE TV (YouTube) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Racing game.

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