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Does Flamengo's "backbone" of 2019 still live? Tite has remaining trio returning to shine in the championship

The coach has used fluency to continue the squad

13 Set 2024 | 14:26 |

The Flamengo guaranteed a place in their fourth consecutive semifinal of the Copa do Brasil after beating Bahia 1-0 at Maracanã, in a game marked by the dominant performance of Tite's team. With a decisive goal from Arrascaeta, the Rio team showed superiority in both the defensive and offensive sectors, exciting the more than 65 thousand fans present.

The victory in the second leg of the quarter-finals was a clear demonstration that Flamengo still maintains the backbone that shone in 2019. The trio formed by Gerson, Bruno Henrique and Arrascaeta, which was fundamental to that year's historic campaign, continues to be a key player in the team's performance. Gerson, in particular, is experiencing the best moment of his career, being the team's main technical and emotional reference. Acting as a true leader on the field, he has stood out as a decisive player, both in the construction of plays and in marking.

FLAMENGO AND HIS BACKBONE

Bruno Henrique, for his time, it showed that it still has a lot to offer. Recovered from injuries and in good shape, the striker used his speed and physical strength to destabilize Bahia's defense, being one of the main responsible for the pressure exerted on the opponent's field. Arrascaeta, even without being in full physical shape, continues to be the team's biggest difference when it comes to unbalancing games. His goal was an example of how, even without being 100%, the Uruguayan is capable of deciding important matches.

The defensive system also had a brilliant night. The duo formed by the experienced Léo Ortiz and the young Everton Araújo, aged 21, was crucial in holding back Bahia's attack. Everton, in their first match as a starter under Tite's command, showed maturity and calmness, both with the ball at their feet and in their defensive actions. The young midfielder, who had already shown his value on other occasions, such as in the 1-1 draw against Athletico-PR, when he scored the goal that saved Flamengo from defeat, stood out again, proving that he deserves more minutes on the field. .

This outstanding collective performance was essential for Flamengo remained firm in the search for another Copa do Brasil title. Tite's work, which has been rotating the squad and giving opportunities to younger players like Everton Araújo, is starting to show results. The combination between the experience of veterans and the youth of new talent has been one of the factors driving the team in this final stretch of the season.

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Saiu! Confira a escalação do Flamengo para enfrentar o Madureira pelo Carioca

Técnico Filipe Luís confirma equipe titular para duelo decisivo no Maracanã; Rubro-Negro defende vantagem de três gols contra o Madureira com novidades

Confirmado entre os titulares, Lucas Paquetá é a esperança de criação do Flamengo na semifinal do Carioca - foto: reprodução

02 Mar 2026 | 19:55 |

A definição do segundo finalista do Campeonato Carioca acontece na noite desta segunda-feira (02), com a bola rolando às 21h (horário de Brasília) no Estádio do Maracanã. Para o confronto de volta contra o Madureira, o técnico Filipe Luís confirmou uma equipe com mudanças significativas, promovendo a entrada de Lucas Paquetá entre os titulares.

O Rubro-Negro entra em campo defendendo uma larga vantagem construída no jogo de ida. A partida terá cobertura completa para quem não for ao estádio, com transmissão exclusiva dos canais por assinatura. O torcedor poderá acompanhar todos os lances ao vivo através do SporTV (TV fechada) ou pelo Premiere (sistema pay-per-view), ambos canais do Grupo Globo.

CONFIRA A ESCALAÇÃO

O Flamengo vai a campo com: Andrew; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Vitão e Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, De La Cruz e Lucas Paquetá; Carrascal, Cebolinha e Pedro. A estratégia visa manter a intensidade para carimbar o passaporte para a final, onde o Fluminense já aguarda o vencedor.

LISTA DE DESFALQUES

A montagem da equipe para esta segunda-feira foi diretamente impactada pelo Boletim Médico do clube. Ao todo, o Flamengo tem seis baixas confirmadas, sendo a ausência de Giorgian De Arrascaeta a mais sentida. Além do meia, o Mais Querido tem outros desfalques.

Bruno Henrique: O atacante foi vetado devido a uma pubalgia e segue em tratamento.
Erick Pulgar: O volante chileno queixou-se de dores musculares após a final da Recopa contra o Lanús e não foi relacionado.
Jorginho e Léo Pereira: Ambos foram vetados pelo Departamento Médico por conta do alto desgaste físico acumulado na última partida.
Saúl: O jogador segue o cronograma de recuperação após cirurgia no calcanhar esquerdo e ainda não está à disposição de Filipe Luís.

Does Flamengo's "backbone" of 2019 still live? Tite has remaining trio returning to shine in the championship