Midfielder Arrascaeta was the guest this Friday (18) on “Resenha do Jogo” on FlaTV. The Uruguayan star spoke a little about Mais Querido's qualification for the Copa do Brasil final at such an important moment for the club. The number 14 also commented on his good performance - including a goal - and projected the Rubro-Negro's next match against Coritiba, for the Brasileirão, which takes place next Sunday (20). Check out some excerpts from the interview:

Lecture
"This is part of the freedom of all the players on the team to express themselves. I had to tell the team that we needed to be focused to qualify, that we had to become a very strong team at home again. Our rivals have to feel our pressure at Maracanã. We know we're not in the best moment; physically, we've evolved, but football-wise, we have a lot to add. This victory was very important to strengthen what's to come."

Fans at the game against Grêmio
"The fans played a very important role. When we're in a good moment and winning, it's very easy to support, but it's in the bad moments that we see the true fans. Their energy in this game was incredible, even at the moment of the goal, when they started singing and jumping, it was crucial for the player on the field. It gave us the extra strength we needed, especially when things weren't going well. So this support is essential for us."

Idol status
"We always try to give our best for Flamengo. I'm very happy with our achievements, especially the recognition people give me every day. The affection they have for me is very gratifying."

Flamengo Museum
"Before the opening, Bruno Henrique and I visited the museum. We have to congratulate the institution for all they've done during this time, and we're very grateful and thankful for being part of this club's history."

Match against Coritiba
"We have to be protagonists, try to get the three points. On the other side, we have a rival who is in a difficult situation, who has good games, but who can't win. It's going to be a very competitive match there, in a difficult environment, but we have to show our strength and unity to try to come back with the win."

*Text supervised by Rômulo Paranhos and Francisco Freire

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