The absence of Giorgian De Arrascaeta in the classic between Flamengo and Vasco caught the attention of fans and generated questions before the ball rolled at Maracanã. One of the main names in the red and black squad, the Uruguayan midfielder was left out of the match valid for the Campeonato Carioca. But why isn’t he playing? THE Sporting News show.
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Why isn’t Arrascaeta playing?
Giorgian De Arrascaeta is not on the field in the classic between Flamengo and Vasco at the option of the medical department and the technical committee. The Uruguayan midfielder was not injured, but was preserved due to physical load control, something common at the beginning of the season with a sequence of games.
The decision was taken to avoid the risk of muscle problems and ensure that the player is in full condition for Rubro-Negro’s next commitments. Therefore, the absence is not a concern for the rest of the season, and Arrascaeta should return normally in the next matches.
The option to spare Arrascaeta reinforces the club’s caution in preserving its main athletes throughout the season, prioritizing physical performance and avoiding important losses due to injury in a busy calendar year.
Flamengo x Vasco: time and where to watch
- Carioca Championship 2026 – Guanabara Cup
- Data: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Time: 9:30 pm (Brasília time)
- Local: Maracanã Stadium, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
- Transmission: Globo (open TV), getv (YouTube), sportv (closed TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view)
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