Flamengo is leading the Serie A, with 79 points in 38 games, and recently lost to RB Bragantino 3-0 on April 3, 2026.
What happened?
Marcelo Bielsa defended himself against Flamengo's criticism over Arrascaeta's injury, stating that the player's muscle injury had nothing to do with what the technical commission and medical staff did during the World Cup.
Bielsa praised Flamengo, saying that the club did an excellent job in managing Arrascaeta's health, turning him into the best offensive midfielder in the Americas.
Why is this important for Flamengo?
Arrascaeta's injury is a blow to Flamengo, which needs its top players in shape to maintain its lead in the Serie A.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-03 | RB Bragantino | 3-0 |
| 2026-07-26 | Sao Paulo | - |
What comes next?
Flamengo needs to recover from the loss to RB Bragantino and maintain its lead in the Serie A, with a 3-point advantage over Palmeiras.
Flamengo's next game will be against Sao Paulo on July 26, 2026, at home.
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