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The time is short. Rogério Ceni will only have 72 hours between his debut at the command of Flamengo and the game against Atlético-GO, on Saturday, in Maracaná. The commitment is valid for the 21st day of Brasileirão, but it will also play an important role in the adjustments that point to the decision on Wednesday, for the Copa do Brasil, against São Paulo, in Morumbi.
Rogério Ceni in his debut at the command of Flamengo – Photo: André Durão
In the fight for the lead in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo knows that an early elimination in the Copa do Brasil would increase the pressure at the start of work. To get back on track and confirm the first good impression despite the defeat, Rogério Ceni’s team has to make adjustments, and the duel with the Dragon will be essential for this:
Give rhythm to the trio that returns to the team
Gabigol, Arrascaeta and Diego Alves were on the pitch in the first leg against São Paulo without their best physical condition. The top scorer was the one who stood out the most, but ended up having to be withdrawn in the middle of the second half due to attrition. Rogério himself said that Arrascaeta only entered the interval because he could not reach 90, and Diego Alves ended up being replaced by cramps after a long period of inactivity. Pacing right now is more important than resting thinking about Morumbi’s decision.
Diego Alves in action against São Paulo – Photo: Buda Mendes / 2020 Getty Images
Given the technical difference between the teams, it is natural to think that it will be another game with a lot of volume for Flamengo in offensive production. Against São Paulo, the team wasted many opportunities, especially in the first half, and was punished at the end. Improving performance against Atlético-GO is part of the Ceni team’s evolution process.
Gabigol left his mark, but the team missed many opportunities – Photo: André Durão
The Flamengo that played against São Paulo was already a much more organized and defensive team. In the first half, the rival did not even kick Diego Alves’ goal. At the end of the game, there were only three performances. The problem is that technical and positioning hesitations cost him the defeat by the Copa do Brasil. Presenting a more synchronized last line and minimizing the risks when putting the ball down are missions for Saturday’s game.
Positioning hesitations allowed Brener to be in a position to score – Photo: Maga Jr./Estadão Content
Adjust game concepts
Rogério Ceni will only have training this Friday with the entire cast before facing the Dragon (on Thursday, only reserves were in the field). With São Paulo as a priority for the week, Saturday night’s departure to Maracana will also be important for the coach to make adjustments to the style he wants to impose on Morumbi. With no time to train, the game is also a place to improve.
Rogério Ceni between Charles Hembert (left) and Danilo Augusto – Photo: Alexandre Vidal / Flamengo
