Orellano has decisive week for rematch against Flamengo

If someone asked Luca Orellano six months ago if the striker expected to have the chance to face Flamengo again, in a crowded Maracanã, only for Vasco, in a semifinal of the Campeonato Carioca, the Argentine would probably say no. But the opportunity arose to seek a rematch in the Classic of the Millions. And the attacker rushes to take advantage of it.

The most expensive reinforcement for the cross-Maltese player, the player is in a transition phase, towards working with the ball with the rest of the group, after suffering a muscle injury and having identified the need for special work to gain strength.

He aims to return in the second game of the Carioca semifinal, which will probably take place on the 19th. .

Orellano was in the starting line-up in both matches. At Maracanã, he was on the field for 59 minutes of the match that ended in a 2-1 win. In the previous edition of the tournament, when the teams played in the group stage, he entered the second half.

The reunion with Flamengo, if it happens, will be in another context. Vasco starts the semifinal of Carioca with the advantage of the tie in the aggregate score of the duel. In addition, Orellano will not have Maracanã virtually all opposing supporters, with Vasco da Gama occupying space in the stands.

Ticket sales for Monday’s classic started yesterday. It takes place on the website “flamengo.superingresso.com.br”. Prices for fans who are not members vary between R$100 and R$400.

— Flamengo has a competent squad. As much as it’s not the best time, it’s always dangerous. Let’s go with a lot of humility – said coach Maurício Barbieri.