There were plenty of options in attack, there was a lack of midfield. Flamengo’s 3-0 win against Volta Redonda made the team adapt to the formation preferred by Tite, but the quiet victory only came when old solutions entered the field, in the formation with the most populated half.
When it was even balanced with two wingers, a midfielder and a mobile striker, the team scored with Gabigol and proved fragile in marking and transitions. When Pulgar, Gerson and Arrascaeta entered, the associations between the midfielders produced greater tranquility, creativity and goals.
Pedro and Ayrton Lucas scored against an opponent who, when trying to react, came across a Flamengo that was more accurate in its passes and had more legs for stealing the ball. The rotation promoted by Tite was useful in giving this squad more “strength” in a formation that the coach wants to implement.
– The team is adjusted with external employees. It needs time to articulate with the float – said Tite.
In other words, the test also served to give De La Cruz the opportunity to play more freely, which the Uruguayan did not take advantage of as he could have. Even though he played less time, Arrascaeta was more of a protagonist, conceding the penalty that Pedro converted and creating clearer goal situations.
– Nico (De La Cruz) is closer to a 10 than a five. He is closer to Arrascaeta. Gerson is closer to Erick Pulgar – compared Tite.
The good news is Luiz Araújo’s return to the race. With the formation with three midfielders, the winger was sacrificed, and proved to be useful, with good runs and intensity to help with marking. The greatest weakness, however, remains in their sector, as Wesley is unable to cope defensively.
In the game against Bangu, on Thursday, Viña’s debut on the left is expected. On the right, Varela returns. With the defense adjusted, the midfielders still need to grow. Gerson, team captain, is not doing well. Arrascaeta physically still needs to evolve. In attack, Gabi and Pedro try to take advantage of their chances, but Tite makes clear his preference for Pedro and Cebolinha at the moment.
– It’s good that all the wingers are back to their best level – he said.
With 2024 still at the beginning, Tite knows he still has time for testing. And enjoy it. With the victories helping, Flamengo is trying to reformulate itself and maintain its level to seek all titles.
2024-02-11 07:17:57
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