Flamengo Faces Criciúma with Seven Key Players Absent
Flamengo will be facing Criciúma this Wednesday (04) in Santa Catarina for the 37th round of the Brazilian Championship, and the squad will be missing seven players due to injuries, suspensions, and rest. Among the absentees are several key players, leaving the team somewhat depleted for the fixture against the already-relegated side.
Significant Absences for Flamengo
- Everton Cebolinha – Achilles tendon rupture
- Viña – rupture of the cruciate ligament and fracture of the tibia
- Pedro – tear in the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee
- Arrascaeta – meniscus
- Gerson – suspended
- De La Cruz – suspended
- Gabigol – spared
News of these absences comes as a blow to Flamengo fans, who were hoping to see their team field its strongest possible lineup. Everton Cebolinha, Viña, Pedro and Arrascaeta are all slated to return to action only in 2025 due to long-term injuries. Both Gerson and De La Cruz received yellow cards in previous matches, leading to their suspensions. Gabigol, however, is being rested to avoid the risk of picking up another yellow card before the farewell match at Maracanã.
Meanwhile, Luiz Araújo’s participation in the match hangs in the balance. The attacker is still recovering from a long period out due to an osteochondral injury, a bruise to the cartilage, and is approaching a gradual return. His last official game appearance was against Vasco on September 15th, at Maracanã.
Flamengo’s Brazilian Championship Goals
From a table perspective, Flamengo is only going through the motions in the Brazilian Championship. This is because the team led by Filipe Luís no longer has a mathematical chance of winning the championship title. However, they are already qualified for the next edition of the Copa Libertadores, a saving grace in an otherwise challenging season.
Milestone Match for Criciúma
Flamengo and Criciúma will face each other this Wednesday (04) at 8pm (Brasília time) at the Heriberto Hülse Stadium. Despite the absences, the exciting Brazilian Championship matchup is sure to draw significant attention. “Coluna do Fla” will be providing the most in-depth red-black broadcast on the internet, featuring the voice of Rafa Penido on YouTube. Tulio Rodrigues will offer insightful commentary, and Rodrigo Lima will be responsible for the match report, keeping fans informed and connected to the action.
Which key Flamengo players will be missing the match against Criciúma and what are their respective injuries or reasons for absence?
## Flamengo Missing Key Players Ahead of Criciúma Clash
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Joining us today is football analyst, [Alex Reed Name]. Flamengo is set to face Criciúma this Wednesday, but they’ll be going into the match without a significant chunk of their regular starting lineup. Can you give us a rundown of who will be missing and what impact this might have on the game?
**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me. You’re right, Flamengo will be significantly depleted for this match against Criciúma. They’re missing seven key players due to a combination of injuries, suspensions, and rest. The list includes big names like Everton Cebolinha who’s out with an Achilles tendon rupture, Viña with a knee injury, Pedro who tore his ACL, and Arrascaeta who’s dealing with a meniscus issue. On top of that, Gerson and De La Cruz are suspended, and Gabigol is resting.
**Host:** That’s a long list of absentees. How do you think this will affect Flamengo’s performance?
**Alex Reed:** It’s definitely a blow for Flamengo. These are not just any players; they’re some of their most influential talents. The attack will be missing its main goal scoring weapon in Gabigol, and the midfield will be lacking creativity without Arrascaeta and Gerson. Criciúma might be relegated already, but they’ll be looking to make life difficult for Flamengo, and these absences could give them a real chance to pull off an upset.
**Host:** So, are you expecting a comfortable win for Flamengo despite these absences, or could Criciúma spring a surprise?
**Alex Reed:** It’ll be a tougher match than many expect. Flamengo still has a strong squad but these absences will be felt. I wouldn’t be surprised if this match is closer than some might anticipate. Criciúma will be fired up to cause an upset, and Flamengo will need to be very careful to avoid complacency.
**Host:** Interesting analysis, [Alex Reed Name]. Thank you for providing your insights into this important match.
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