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Flamengo Draws Estudiantes Without a Shot on Goal
Bernardo Ramos criticizes Libertadores display and warns of Lucas Paquetá's red card risk in Argentina.
Flamengo failed to register a single shot on target against Estudiantes, drawing 0-0 in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals. Bernardo Ramos breaks down the team's performance and highlights tactical and individual issues.
Flamengo played out a scoreless draw against Estudiantes on Thursday in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinals, finishing the match without registering a single shot on target. According to Bernardo Ramos, the 0-0 result was a massive bargain given the Brazilian side's lackluster display in Argentina.
In the video above, Bernardo Ramos breaks down the performance of the team coached by Leonardo Jardim, which controlled possession throughout the ninety minutes but generated harmless attacking volume. Even when facing an opponent with clear defensive vulnerabilities, such as goalkeeper Muslera and veteran center-back Funes Mori, the Rubro-Negro failed to test the rival backline.
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Red Card Risk and Individual Performances
Another key point raised by Bernardo was Lucas Paquetá's conduct, as he committed a shoulder foul during an attacking challenge with his back to goal and flirted with a red card. In the pundit's assessment, Paquetá struggled while filling Arrascaeta's role, putting in a subdued performance alongside Bruno Henrique, Saul, and Léo Ortiz, while Alexandro, Carrascal, and goalkeeper Rossi were among the team's few steady contributors.
Warning for the Second Leg at the Maracanã
Despite Flamengo remaining the favorites, Bernardo Ramos highlighted the recent track record of Cacique Medina's Estudiantes, a squad that knocked out Universidad Católica and Corinthians away from home in earlier rounds of the continental tournament. Additionally, the commentator noted that Palmeiras is currently in superior form heading into the final in Montevideo, making adjustments essential for Leonardo Jardim ahead of the return leg in Rio de Janeiro, including a potential return for Jorginho and more minutes for Pedro.
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