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''WE WANTED A VICTORY'', PEDRO LAMENTS FLAMENGO'S DRAW AWAY FROM HOME BY LIBERTADORES
After the match, Pedro spoke a little about Mais Querido's draw
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Flamengo traveled to Colombia with maximum strength to face, in addition to the altitude, Millonarios in the Libertadores. The game at El Capín Stadium, in Bogotá, at more than 2,600 meters above sea level, ended in a 1-1 draw with goals from Pedro and Ruíz. Perhaps, because of this, Flamengo played a slower game than normal.
After the match, Pedro spoke a little about Mais Querido's draw. According to the athlete, the result wasn't that bad due to the difficulty of the game, taking into account the altitude and the dangerous opponent.
- We scored, but of course we wanted to win. We knew it would be a complicated game at altitude, where the game is much faster and the ball is faster than we are used to. We can't breathe, but it's without excuse, we came prepared and to try to win, unfortunately we ended up conceding the goal, but patience means continuing to perform well to seek first place in the group.
PEDRO PRAISES THE MILIONARIOS
The striker took the opportunity to praise the opposing team. In the scorer's view, Milionarios managed to play a good game against Flamengo, exploiting speed and technique.
- It's a very fast team, a high quality team, we knew it would be a complicated game, they played well, they had a good game and it was a beautiful duel. It's about continuing with positive thinking to achieve more victories.
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Brazil vs Argentina - where to watch, probable lineup and time of the classic
The Brazilian team faces the current world champions this Tuesday (25), in Buenos Aires, seeking to get closer to the leadership
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Brazil and Argentina face each other again this Tuesday (25) for the 14th round of the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The match takes place at 9 pm (Brasília time), at the Mâs Monumental stadium, in Buenos Aires, with live broadcast on Globo (open TV) and SporTV (closed TV).
The history of the South American classic records 109 clashes, with 43 Brazilian victories, 40 Argentine triumphs and 26 draws. In the standings, Lionel Scaloni's team leads with 28 points, while Brazil, under the command of Dorival Júnior , occupies the third position with 21 points won.
GAME DETAILS: TIME, BROADCAST AND REFEREEING OF THE MATCH IN BUENOS AIRES
The derby will be played at the Mas Monumental, one of Argentina's most iconic stadiums. The referee will be Andre Rojas, assisted by Colombians Alexander Guzman and Richard Ortiz. The video assistant referee (VAR) will be John Perdomo.
📆 Date and time: Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 9:00 pm (Brasília time);
📍 Location: Mâs Monumental, Buenos Aires (ARG);
📺 Broadcast: Globo (open TV) and SporTV (closed TV);
🟨 Refereeing: Andre Rojas (referee), Alexander Guzman and Richard Ortiz (assistants);
🖥️ VAR: John Perdomo.
PROBABLE LINEUPS: BRAZIL WILL MAKE CHANGES, ARGENTINA WILL NOT COUNT ON MESSI
Argentina will be without key players, including Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martinez, both injured. Nico Gonzalez is also suspended. Brazil will be without Alisson, due to FIFA concussion protocol, and Bruno Guimarães and Gabriel Magalhães, who are suspended.
Argentina (Coach: Lionel Scaloni)
Probable team: Emiliano Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; Paredes, Mac Allister, Giuliano Simeone; Enzo Fernandez, Thiago Almada and Julian Alvarez.
Absences: Nico González (suspended), Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martínez (injured);
Question: From Paul (muscle discomfort).
Brazil (Coach: Dorival Junior)
Probable team: Bento; Wesley, Marquinhos, Murillo and Guilherme Arana; André, Joelinton and Raphinha; Vini Jr. , Rodrygo and Savinho.
Out: Alisson (concussion protocol), Bruno Guimarães and Gabriel Magalhães (suspended).
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Internacional president talks again about debt with Flamengo: "exposure"
Flamengo awaits payment of R$24 million from Internacional for Thiago Maia and is studying legal measures to resolve the issue
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Internacional has not yet made the payment of R$24 million for the purchase of Thiago Maia, who was traded to Flamengo in July 2024. Given the delay, Rubro-Negro is looking for alternatives to guarantee the receipt of the amount, including possible legal measures.
The president of the Rio Grande do Sul club, Alessandro Barcelos, commented on the situation and acknowledged the debt, but highlighted the financial difficulties faced by the Colorado. “Flamengo is within its rights. Just like Internacional has its creditors, those who owe the club. We are always dealing with the situation in the best possible way”, he stated.
INTERNATIONAL ALLEGED FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES TO JUSTIFY DELAY
In his speech, Barcelos mentioned that the Rio Grande do Sul club is looking for a solution for the payment and stated that the situation does not match Internacional's conduct. "It is not Internacional's style to keep this commitment open, but these are exceptional situations. We are looking for a solution," explained the director.
The president of Colorado also mentioned that the exposure of debts in Brazilian football could involve several teams. “Now, the exposure of creditors, if we were to do this in Brazilian football, all clubs would have some demand”, he concluded.
NEGOTIATION BETWEEN FLAMENGO AND INTERNACIONAL WAS CLOSED IN 2024
Thiago Maia's sale to Internacional was completed in July 2024 for 4 million euros (R$24.1 million at the exchange rate at the time). However, the full payment has not yet been made, which has generated dissatisfaction at Mais Querido.
In an attempt to settle the debt, Internacional sought to transfer the player to Santos at the beginning of the season. The São Paulo club would assume responsibility for the payment, but the terms presented were not accepted by Flamengo .
Rubro-Negro demanded that Santos present bank guarantees or make the payment in cash, which did not happen. Thus, the deal was suspended, and Thiago Maia remained at the disposal of Colorado.
FLAMENGO X INTERNATIONAL FOR THE BRAZILIAN LEAGUE
The midfielder continues to play for the Rio Grande do Sul club and will even be on the field in the match against Mengão this Saturday (29), at 9 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the first round of the Brazilian Championship.
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Barcelona Public Prosecutor's Office closes racism case against Vini Jr after investigation
Entity determines that episode with three fans in 2023 classic did not constitute incitement to hatred and archives the case
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The Barcelona Public Prosecutor's Office has decided to shelve the racism complaint against Vini Jr , referring to the classic played in October 2023, at the Montjuïc Stadium. The Hate Crimes Prosecutor's Office concluded that it was not possible to identify the words said by the three fans under investigation and that the insults did not constitute incitement to hatred, since they did not generate a "herd effect" among those present nor did they result in the suspension of the match. The decision, reported by the "EFE" agency, indicated that the elements analyzed were not sufficient to constitute a hate crime against the Brazilian player.
Despite the filing in the criminal sphere, the Public Prosecutor's Office suggested that the case be forwarded to the Office of Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination, in case disciplinary proceedings are opened against those involved.
The investigations included footage from the stadium's cameras and the testimony of a witness who claimed to have seen racist abuse directed at Vini Jr. Among the three fans under investigation, one is a minor. During their testimony, the other two suspects denied having made racist chants against the athlete.
LALIGA AND REAL MADRID FOLLOWED THE INVESTIGATIONS INTO THE CASE
Barcelona's Hate Crimes Prosecutor's Office led the investigation in partnership with LaLiga and Real Madrid. The Spanish league's governing body has adopted stricter measures to combat racist behavior in stadiums, including direct reporting to authorities and harsh punishments for clubs and fans involved in such cases.
VINI JR PREPARES FOR CLASSIC AGAINST ARGENTINA IN THE QUALIFYING ROUNDS
While the case in Spain is coming to an end, Vini Jr remains focused on the Brazilian national team. The striker is focused on the match between Brazil and Argentina, valid for the 14th round of the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The match takes place this Tuesday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time), at the Más Monumental Stadium, in Buenos Aires. The duel will be broadcast live on TV Globo (open TV) and SporTV (closed TV).
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