Lucas Paquetá returns to wear Flamengo’s No. 11 jersey, a number that marked his early career at the club, taking the spot left by Everton Cebolinha after his transfer.
The locker room routine at Flamengo underwent a significant change in recent days. Midfielder Lucas Paquetá, one of the pillars of the Rubro-Negro squad, decided to change his official number and take on the legendary No. 11 jersey. The number became available after the departure of Everton Cebolinha, who transferred to Santos after choosing not to renew his contract with the Gávea team.
For Paquetá, the change holds special significance. The athlete already wore the No. 11 during his first stint at Mais Querido, both in the youth divisions and at the beginning of his professional career.
When he returned to the club at the beginning of this season, the midfielder had chosen the No. 20 jersey — a tribute to his friend and Brazil national team teammate, Vini Jr. — but fate brought the player back to his old number.
The Weight of the Rubro-Negro Mystique
The No. 11 jersey is one of Flamengo’s most traditional, having been worn by names who built the glorious history of the institution. Among the idols who have donned the number, highlights include the eternal Zagallo, the skillful Lico, the idol Sávio, and the star Romário, who made his mark in the 1990s.
Taking on this legacy reinforces Paquetá’s leading role, as he has accumulated 33 appearances and 10 goals this current season.
Fan Sergio Lobo commented, reflecting the identification that the historic numbering awakens in the Rubro-Negro Nation:
“It resembles what we know Flamengo to be in its raw, unadulterated form.”
Full Focus on the Brazilian Serie A
Lucas Paquetá’s debut with the new number already has a defined date and venue. The player is expected to take the field with the No. 11 this Sunday in a decisive clash against Corinthians. The match, valid for the 27th round of the Brazilian Serie A, is scheduled for 5:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã stadium.
The match is crucial for the team’s aspirations, which seeks to consolidate its position at the top of the standings. With the squad focused and morale high after the recent victory in the Libertadores against Independiente del Valle, the expectation is for a full house and a consistent performance under the technical staff’s command.
M360 Team
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