Flamengo banking on Varela’s fine form to gain edge in Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

In addition to right back, Guillermo Varela showed versatility by playing as a midfielder and on the left

While waiting for the debut of Emerson Royal, Flamengo sees Uruguayan Guillermo Varela establishing himself as a key player. The right back is at a crucial moment and aims to maintain his good performance in the duel against Atlético-MG this Thursday (31).

According to Sofascore, a site specialized in statistics, Varela has the best numbers among right backs in the elite of the Brasileirão 2025. The Uruguayan athlete was competing for the starting position with Wesley, who was transferred to Roma (ITA) this week.

What are Varela's numbers?

Last Sunday, for example, the right back cleared a ball on the line in the first half of Flamengo and Atlético-MG for the 17th round of the Brasileirão. On that occasion, striker Rony had already passed goalkeeper Rossi, but was stopped by Varela's intervention.

Versatile at Flamengo?

At a certain point in the season, Filipe Luís had to improvise the athlete on the left back. In addition, Varela has even been used as a midfielder at Flamengo, when Allan and Erick Pulgar were unavailable.

Where to watch Flamengo and Atlético-MG?

With Varela available, the match will not be broadcast on open TV, but will be available on SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view). However, Coluna do Fla offers complete coverage through its digital platforms, including YouTube, website and social networks.

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