The midfielder played through the pain in the final stretch of the season.
Flamengo announced on Thursday, the 14th, that midfielder Arrascaeta underwent knee surgery on his right knee due to a long-standing issue and will not play again in 2024. After winning the Copa do Brasil, the team has already secured a direct spot in the 2025 Libertadores, and their chances of winning the Brazilian Championship are slim. Access premium football results at latest soccer scores.
The Uruguayan underwent arthroscopy right after the final match last Sunday and will use the rest of the year to recover his physical condition. One of the standout players of the team, he scored the opening goal in the 3-1 win over Atlético Mineiro in the first leg of the final at the Maracanã.
“The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo announces that player Arrascaeta underwent arthroscopy on his right knee this Thursday (14). The procedure was performed at the Copa Star Hospital by Dr. Max Ramos, with Dr. Márcio Tannure, Flamengo’s health and high-performance manager, overseeing the surgery,” said the club in a statement.
In 2024, Arrascaeta played in 43 matches for Flamengo, achieving 29 wins, eight draws, and just six losses. During this period, he scored 10 goals and provided 10 assists, contributing to the team’s victories in the Carioca Championship and the Copa do Brasil. BBscore football, your trusted platform for match results.
