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Former Barcelona player reveals desire to play for Flamengo and leaves future in Brazil open
07 Out 2025 | 19:41
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Since last year, the right-back has been a frequent target of criticism from red and black fans. However, when was the last time you complained about her? In the current context of Flamengo under the command of Tite in 2024, marked by defensive solidity, it seems that the sector has found a period of tranquility with the rise of Varela. The Uruguayan started his career at the club at the back, behind names like Wesley and Matheuzinho, the latter of whom is no longer part of the squad, having transferred to Corinthians.
VARELA'S CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE
It was only in the last two games of 2023, in the 2-1 victory over Cuiabá in the< a href="https://gazetadourubu.com/noticia/atencao-comissao-tecnica-de-tite-faz-reuniao-e-sela-prioridades-do-flamengo-inclusive-situacao-do-maracana" target="_blank "> Maracanã and in the 1-0 defeat to São Paulo at Morumbi, in which Varela won the starting line-up. However, at the beginning of this year, many fans were clamoring for the signing of a player for the position, but the board did not include such a measure among its priorities. Tite, in turn, opted for Varela to start, a decision that has proven to be the right one.
In addition to scoring his first goal with the red-black shirt in the 4-0 defeat of Audax-RJ , the Uruguayan has played a crucial role in the defensive aspect. In the recent 2-0 victory over Fluminense, Varela had 92% pass accuracy and made two tackles, including a precise tackle at the edge of the box. In their seven official games this season, the team did not concede goals due to their presence on the field, with Varela maintaining an average of 1.1 tackles and 30 successful passes per match.
His performance has been well received both internally and by the fans, who elected him to be selected for the round on Cariocão's official profile on social media, in a popular vote. Given this scenario, the question arises: the right side is no longer a concern for Flamengo. "Varela has shown consistency and confidence in his recent performances. His defensive ability and contribution in attack have been remarkable. It appears that Flamengo found a solid solution to a problematic position."< /b>
Varela has stood out not only for his numbers, but also for the consistency in his performances. His presence on the field has been synonymous with security for the red and black defense, with timely interventions and precise reading of the game. Furthermore, his ability to join the attack and contribute to the build-up of plays has been a valuable element for Flamengo, offering a new dimension to their play on the right flank.
The striker will be heard by the Conmebol Disciplinary Unit after gestures considered obscene during the match against Estudiantes
07 Out 2025 | 22:27 |
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CONMEBOL's Disciplinary Unit has summoned Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique to a hearing to investigate his conduct following the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match against Estudiantes in Argentina. Henrique was caught making obscene gestures toward the opposing fans shortly after the match ended in La Plata.
The hearing is scheduled for this Friday at 11:30 a.m. (Brasília time) , and the Mais Querido's number 27 will be able to participate virtually. The case will be analyzed in light of the organization's Disciplinary Code, which can apply anything from a warning to a suspension for official matches.
Bruno Henrique was charged under Articles 2b and 2c of Article 11 of the CONMEBOL Disciplinary Code, which address offensive or defamatory behavior and violations of the minimum standards expected in sports competitions. If deemed an infraction, the sanction will be determined in accordance with Article 6 of the same regulations , which provides for punishments such as a suspension for a specified number of matches or for a specific period.
After the penalty shootout victory over Estudiantes, Bruno Henrique stated on social media that he reacted to taunts and aggression from the stands. According to the player, he was hit by objects thrown by fans , including a lighter that allegedly hit his face.
" They only show my part, but they don't show the part of us players being hit by objects, cans, and other things. I only had that reaction after being hit in the face with a lighter," the Flamengo forward wrote in a comment on Instagram.
The striker received harsh criticism from his former player after being sent off after just 11 minutes on the pitch in Mengão's 1-0 defeat
07 Out 2025 | 20:25 |
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Wallace Yan was sent off after just 11 minutes in Flamengo's 1-0 loss to Bahia, drawing intense criticism, including from former player and broadcaster Neto. The young striker, who came on in the second half to try to help the team , ended up receiving two yellow cards in quick succession, leaving Flamengo with two players down.
During the program 'Os Donos da Bola,' Neto didn't mince words: "The two ejections in the Flamengo game were correct. Danilo's and that kid over there, who thinks he's Zico. Masked. Wallace Yan, who do you think you are? You wear a Flamengo jersey, brother," he said.
Neto emphasized the importance of young players understanding the responsibility of playing for the club and cited Mengão's longtime idols as role models. " The club is trying to win the Brazilian Championship, and you come onto the field and get sent off after 11 minutes. When did you play? Do you know who Zico is? Andrade? Cláudio Adão? Adílio? Who are you to do what you did?" he added.
The match against Bahia was already a challenge for Mengão, who were trailing 1-0 and had Danilo sent off in the first half. Wallace Yan came on as an attacking alternative in an attempt to level the playing field , but his early dismissal further complicated the team's situation.
According to information released by journalist Venê Casagrande, the club decided not to remove the player from the main squad, but to impose an internal punishment for educational purposes. The measure aims to educate the player about the responsibility of acting with emotional balance in decisive matches.
In a new episode of “Resenha do Galinho”, the former number 10 spoke with the goalkeepers about differences between generations and the value of goalkeepers in football.
07 Out 2025 | 20:04 |
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The latest episode of the program "Resenha do Galinho," hosted by Zico on Flamengo TV, featured a special meeting with two of the club's most iconic goalkeepers: Raul Plassmann and Rossi . The greatest idol in Mengão's history acted as a mediator and facilitated a rich exchange of experiences between different generations of the goalkeeper.
One of the main topics of the discussion was the evolution of the goalkeeper's role in football and the differences between eras. Raul Plassmann, a world champion with Flamengo in 1981, recalled that he never had a coach specialized in the role during his career, a common practice in professional clubs today.
"I didn't have a goalkeeping coach. It was you and Bria, who would take free kicks after training sessions. It was a different world, Rossi, completely different from today. That's how football was run," Raul stated, highlighting the limitations of the time.
Rossi agreed with Raul and highlighted other significant changes in the goalkeeper's role. The Argentinean emphasized that goalkeepers now participate more in the game with their feet , which has transformed the style of the position and increased the market value of these players.
"Football has changed a lot. Before, the goalkeeper would pick up the ball and kick it long, but today it's played short. Even when it came to goalkeepers, they didn't come out as much before, and that's changed too. These days, a goalkeeper can be sold for €50 million, something that never used to happen . The goalkeeper participates more than it seems," explained Rossi.
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