Jorge Carrascal arrives in top form for the Colombian national team: watch his stunning goal for Flamengo; video

In a thrilling match between Flamengo and Santos FC for the Brazilian Championship, Colombian midfielder Jorge Carrascal emerged as one of the key players in the 3-2 victory. The match unfolded with the Rio de Janeiro team dictating the pace, and Carrascal seized his opportunity to make his mark with an outstanding performance.

The Colombian's goal came shortly after the start of the second half, when a precise pass from Giorgian de Arrascaeta left him alone in front of the goal. Carrascal finished decisively and powerfully with his right foot, scoring Flamengo's second goal against Santos.

Although the scoreline already reflected Flamengo's solidity, Carrascal didn't limit himself to the role of finisher: he shone in distribution, pressing after losing possession, and constant movement between the lines. His mobility disrupted Santos' marking, and the team capitalized on this to extend their territorial dominance.

His presence opened up spaces that other teammates knew how to exploit, and his goal establishes him as a key player in the big matches of the calendar.

Beyond the personal celebration, Carrascal's performance demonstrated a leap forward in his adaptation to Brazilian football: his intensity and quick decision-making were remarkable. At a demanding club like Flamengo, standing out in a match against Santos—traditionally a key player in Brazil's Serie A—reaffirms the coaching staff's confidence and shows that the Colombian is destined for a more prominent role.

This is in line with the expectations placed on him since his incorporation, as since his arrival at the club he has gained prominence and praise for his technical talent and offensive character.

Of course, it wasn't all perfect. At times during the match, Carrascal and his teammates seemed to slow the pace, allowing the opposition to create some dangerous attacks on Flamengo's goal. But precisely when the pressure was greatest, when decisiveness was needed, he stepped up. This ability to appear in key moments, scoring and creating plays, speaks to his early maturity. If he maintains this level of performance, he can establish himself as a key attacking player for the team.

Carrascal contributed not only with a goal, but also with the energy and presence that a big club demands. The midfielder is traveling to join the Colombian national team in the United States.

Santos surprisingly reacted at the end of the game, without Neymar on the field, and almost managed to tie the game at the Maracanã against a Flamengo team that is second in the league standings and a finalist in the Copa Libertadores.

*This article was rewritten with the help of artificial intelligence using press information from major media outlets in Brazil.