4TH ROUND OF LIBERTADORES ENDS AND FLAMENGO IS THE ONLY BRAZILIAN WHO DID NOT WIN

O Flamengo faces Madureira this Thursday (16), at 6:30 pm, at Estádio Amigão, in Campina Grande, for the second round of the 2025 Carioca Championship. After defeat in the debut, Rubro-Negro is looking for the first points in the competition. Tricolor Suburbano tries to maintain 100% usage.

Mengãoenters the field under pressure after losing in the opening round of the Cariocao. With the main squad in pre-season in the United States, the alternative team, under the command of Cleber dos Santos, continues to represent the club in the State Championship. Despite the stumble in the debut, the coach should not make major changes to the lineup, but is studying specific adjustments to face Madureira.

Do On the other hand, Madureira arrives confident after beating Volta Redonda 2-1 in the first round. Coach Daniel Neri can repeat the winning lineup, betting on players like Marquinho Carioca and Wallace to try to surprise Flamengo.

HISTORICAL CONFRONTATION BETWEEN MADUREIRA AND FLAMENGO

Madureira and CRF have a long history of clashes. In total, the clubs have already faced each other 130 times, with a wide advantage for Rubro-Negro. There are 99 wins for Mais Querido, 20 draws and just 11 triumphs for Tricolor Suburbano. The last meeting between the teams ended with Flamengo winning 3-0.

WHERE TO WATCH MADUREIRA X FLAMENGO

The game between Madureira and Flamengo will be broadcast live on the Sportv and Premiere channels. It is also possible to follow the match via Globoplay streaming, which will show the confrontation in real time.

PROBABLE LINEUPS AND MATCH DETAILS

Check out the information on the second round of the Guanabara Cup:

Date and time: Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 6:30 pm

Location: Estádio Governador Ernani Sátyro (O Amigão), Campina Grande (PB)

Broadcast: Sportv, Premiere and Globoplay

Madureira (probable lineup):

< p style="border: 1px solid rgb(197, 0, 24);">Mota; Celsinho, Marcão, Arthur, Evandro; Matheus Lira, Wagninho, Marcelo, Renato Henrique; Minho and Jefferson Victor.

Technician: Daniel Neri

Flamengo (probable lineup):

Dyogo Alves; Daniel Sales (Lucyan), Pablo, Cleiton, Zé Welington; Fabiano, Rayan Lucas, Lorran; Thiaguinho, Guilherme (Shola), Carlinhos.

Coach: Cleber dos Santos

Arbitration:

Arbiter: Tarcizo Pinheiro Caetano

Assistants: Gustavo Mota Correia and Daniel de Oliveira Alves Pereira

VAR: Philip Georg Bennett

CHALLENGE FOR THE ALTERNATIVE CAST OF FLAMENGO

With the main group focused on preparing for the international season, Flamengo's alternative team has the mission of maintaining the competitive level in the State. Under the command of Cleber dos Santos, Mengão's young talents seek to show their service and gain space in the main squad.

The right-back Danilo, currently at Juventus, is at the center of a dispute involving big clubs. According to information, a director of the Italian team confirmed the possibility of the player transferring to Flamengo. “There is that chance,” the source revealed. Despite the expectations of Mengão fans, Napoli emerges as the main candidate to close the contract with Danilo. People close to the Italian club consider the negotiation practically complete, which puts the Italian Serie A team at an advantage in the race for the full-back .

OFFERS FROM EUROPE REMAIN ON THE TABLE

Beyond Napoli, Danilo The has other proposals from European clubs, which increases speculation about his future. The player must make his decision in the next few days, considering not only the financial side, but also sporting issues and the project offered by each interested team.

FLAMENGO IS INTERESTED IN THE PLAYER

O Mais Querido continues to pay attention to the market and seeks reinforcements for the squad led by Tite. Danilo would be an important piece for the defensive system, especially in a season of great challenges for the CRF. With spells at teams like Real Madrid, Manchester City and Juventus , Danilo is recognized for his versatility and experience in high-level competitions. These characteristics make him an attractive option for both Brazilian and European clubs.

Napoli, the current Italian champion, presents a solid sporting project, which could be a difference in convincing the full-back to sign with the team. Furthermore, the possibility of competing in the Champions League again weighs in the club's favor. The definition of Danilo's future should take place in the next few days. Meanwhile, Mengão fans maintain hope that the player will choose to return to Brazilian football, reinforcing the Rio club's squad.

CRF faces heavy competition from European clubs, which offer higher salaries and the opportunity to play in more visible leagues. Still, the passion and project of Flamengo are points that can influence the athlete's decision. With the season underway, Flamengo continues to monitor the market in search of opportunities to qualify its squad. The possible arrival of Danilo would be a great reinforcement, but the Rio club knows that the competition will not be easy to overcome.

Coach Jorge Sampaoli reportedly asked the Rennes board to sign midfielder Erick Pulgar, currently at Flamengo. However, the French club did not approve the request. The information was released by the French sports newspaper L’Équipe. The coach sought to reinforce Rennes' midfield with an experienced and versatile player, characteristics attributed to Pulgar.

ERICK PULGAR'S TRAJECTORY

Erick Pulgar, 30 years old, was born in Antofagasta , in Chile, and began his professional career at Deportes Antofagasta. After attracting attention in the Chilean championship, he was hired by Universidad Católica, where he won national titles. His international career began in 2015, when he joined Bologna, in Italy, standing out in European football.

FEATURED IN EUROPE AND THE SELECTION

O midfielder consolidated his career in the Italian Serie A, playing for Bologna and, later, for Fiorentina. At the same time, Pulgar became an important player in the Chilean national team, accumulating participation in competitions such as the Copa América and the World Cup qualifiers. Pulgar arrived at Flamengo in 2022, seeking new challenges in South America.Despite a discreet start, the Chilean gained space in the squad, especially under the command of Filipe Luís, who highlighted his technical ability and game vision.< /b>