ADRIANO NICOLAS, YOUNG PERUVIAN MIDFIELDER, CLOSE TO SIGNING WITH FLAMENGO

After the 1-1 draw between Flamengo e Vasco, Tite took more than an hour to attend the post-game press conference, leaving journalists and fans curious about the reason for the wait. When finally starting the press conference, Flamengo's coach explained that the delay was a consequence of a need to process the result and balance his emotions.

According to Tite, the red-black team's performance during the classic was positive, but the score it didn't reflect what he expected from the game. "My delay was precisely to assimilate the team's great performance, but the lack of results", stated the coach. He highlighted that he was visibly uncomfortable with the draw, which led him to seek calm before talking to the press: "I was upset, that's why it took me so long to come. I have to balance myself to talk to you."

This is not the first time that Tite admits to needing time to control his emotions after matches that do not bring the expected result. The coach, known for his meticulousness, tends to be thoughtful in his statements, avoiding making hasty analyzes right after games, when emotions are still running high.

The draw in the classic between Flamengoand Vasco was particularly frustrating for Tite, who hoped to leave with the three points. Despite recognizing the team's good performance on the field, the final result was not what was desired, generating frustration not only for him, but also among the fans, who had high expectations for the match.

Coach Tite, from Flamengo, confirmed that Gabigol, one of the club's recent idols, now occupies third place in the team's attack. The decision sparked discussions among fans and experts, but, according to the coach, the choice was based on technical criteria and recent performance. During a press conference, Tite was asked about the change in the attack hierarchy and explained the reasons that led him to prefer other players in front of Gabigol. “Training, games, specifically.

Carlinhos decisive against Bolívar. Carlinhos decisive against Atlético Mineiro, with a goal. Decisive against Vitória. That's why the option was made", said the coach, highlighting Carlinhos' recent performances as a key factor in his decision.

This change in command of the attack reflects Tite's management style, which values ​​performance and meritocracy. Since arriving at Flamengo, the coach has adopted a discourse that no one has a guaranteed place in the team, regardless of name or history. This can be clearly seen in this decision, in which a player like Gabigol, who was once crucial. in Flamengo's recent titles, he loses space to a colleague who is going through a good phase.

FLAMENGO HAS ITS OWN

Carlinhos, the new holder of the position, has shown himself to be decisive in important matches , as Tite highlighted. Against Bolívar, Atlético Mineiro and Vitória, he played a fundamental role in the success of Flamengo, whether with goals or participation in important plays. These factors were enough to guarantee the coach's preference in placing him as the main option in attack.

Gabigol's situation, on the other hand, seems to reflect a phase of adaptation to the new command. Although he is a renowned player and beloved by the fans, his current phase has not been as brilliant as that of other periods of his career. In training and games, according to Tite, Gabigol has not been able to stand out to the point of regaining his starting position.

On the historic day of the player Adriano Imperador's re-debut at Flamengo, in 2009, Torcida Urubuzada not only promoted a hearty party, but also marked the occasion in a unique way. For the first time in the club's history, a double mosaic was displayed, adorning the stands with an iconic representation of "Didico", as the player is affectionately called.

The scene was engraved in the memory of the fans present, with shredded paper filling the air and contributing to the festive atmosphere that enveloped the stadium at that unique moment. The double mosaic, with a "balloon" and a caricature of Adriano, was a show of support and celebration of the idol's return to the club he loves so much.

Adriano Imperador, known not only for his skill on the field , but also due to his connection with the fans, he was received with enthusiasm and emotion by Flamengo fans. His career at the Rio club is full of remarkable moments, and his re-debut in 2009 certainly ranks among the most emblematic.

The Torcida Urubuzada, always engaged and in love with Flamengo , went to great lengths to make that day even more special. The double mosaic was the result of hard and collaborative work between members of the organized fans, who dedicated time and resources to create a tribute worthy of Adriano's return to the red and black colors.

The massive presence of the fans in the stadium, combined with the display of the mosaic and the party that spread throughout the stands, was an unequivocal demonstration of the Flamengo fans' unrestricted support for their team and their idols. Football, more than a sport, reveals itself as a powerful link that unites fans and players in a communion of passion and emotion.