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Flamengo's rival in the third phase of the Copa do Brasil, Amazonas FC was responsible for the great “zebra” of the fourth round of Series B. This Saturday (11), the team achieved a 1-0 victory over Santos, at Arena da Amazônia, first triumph in the team's history in the second division and which also marked the end of the opponent's unbeaten run.
The goal of the game was scored by striker Ênio in a beautiful play in the 18th minute of the first stage. He took advantage just after the midfield line, headed towards the area with the ball under control and hit a strong finish from outside the area to score. The ball hit the crossbar and stopped inside goalkeeper João Paulo's goal, who practically didn't react to the attacker's powerful shot.
The victory would already be history as it was the first for Amazonas FC, founded in 2019, in history of Série B, but it was certainly even more special because it was against Santos. The rival had 100% success and is a big favorite for the title. No wonder the 17. 672 present at Arenas da Amazônia had a big party and the game ended with shouts of “olé”.
Amazonas x Santos also marked the return of experienced striker Jô. He was arrested in São Paulo, last week, while the team was on the way to face Ponte Preta. The athlete was arrested for non-payment of child support, slept in jail, and was released last Tuesday (7) after payment.
Flamengo has an advantage against Amazonas in the Copa do Brasil
The match that will decide the qualification for the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil takes place on May 22nd, Wednesday, at 9:30 pm, at Arena da Amazônia. After a 1-0 victory at Maracanã, Mengão has the advantage of a draw to guarantee a place in the next phase. Furthermore, defeat by a minimum score leads to a penalty shootout.
The first match was marked by poor football from Flamengo and difficulty in overcoming the defense set up by coach Adilson Batista. However, the need for Amazonas to attack if they want to qualify tends to create more spaces for the red-black team on the field. The favoritism is clear for Rubro-Negro.
But Amazonas and Flamengo have commitments before facing each other. Mais Querido has a decisive duel with Bolívar this Wednesday (15th), in the Libertadores, and then a classic with Vasco on Sunday (18th). Amazonas faces Ceará and Paysandu on the same days, both in Series B.
The decision was made after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who exposed the striker's actions in a press conference this Saturday (12), after the victory over São Paulo
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After Flamengo's victory over São Paulo this Saturday (12), coach Filipe Luís spoke out about Pedro's actions in the club's daily life. The Mais Querido coach highlighted that the number 9 had unacceptable behavior. Therefore, the athlete's representatives will seek proposals for the player to leave Rubro-Negro.
" We're going to make an offer to Flamengo and try to find a way out ," a representative for Pedro told journalist Venê Casagrande. The response came after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who explained the reason for the player's departure.
Pedro was not included by Filipe Luís for the match against São Paulo this Saturday (12). Thus, the coach explained, in a press conference, that the player had unacceptable behavior. In addition, the coach stated that the number 9 should apologize and that he has been training below expectations.
"Pedro's behavior and attitude during the week was deplorable, bordering on ridiculous. Pedro has his personal issues with the club's board, but he's been training poorly for a while now. This week, however, he broke a clear principle we have as a coaching staff and players: training culture ," the coach emphasized before adding:
"For me, what he did was disrespectful, his behavior in training. I didn't hesitate for a moment to leave him out of this game, as this behavior can be contagious. I hope he recovers, apologizes to his teammates and goes back to being Pedro. It's not just a lack of respect for his teammates, it's also for himself, " said Filipe Luís .
Pedro returned from a serious injury a few months ago. Since then, the center forward has appeared in 17 matches for Flamengo. He has scored five goals and provided three assists for his teammates.
The Mais Querido full-back is being targeted by Roma and other European giants, but has not yet received any official offer.
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Roma is watching Wesley, who is still being watched by other clubs and may be leaving Flamengo. The number 43 confirmed during halftime of the match against São Paulo that there is a chance he will leave the club soon.
Wesley talks about a possible departure from Flamengo: "This is a matter for Flamengo's board and my agents ."
Wesley's contract with Flamengo runs until December 2028. Flamengo is demanding €30 million (R$195 million) to sell the young full-back. The player has also made clear his desire to play for a European club.
Therefore, Wesley is one of Roma's (ITA) priorities. This is because the Italian team hired coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who was at Atalanta (ITA). The coach had even considered signing the full-back while he was still at the previous team, but negotiations failed.
Thus, while Wesley does not receive an official offer, Flamengo remains focused on the next commitments of the season. Rubro-Negro returns to the field on Wednesday (16), against Santos, at Vila Belmiro, at 8 pm.
The Mais Querido pointed out the problems that the full-backs had; it is worth remembering that the Rubro-Negro's number 6 suffered a strong tackle from Enzo Diaz
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This Saturday (12), Flamengo beat São Paulo by 2-0, in a match valid for the 13th round of the Brasileirão. However, throughout the match, Mais Querido suffered two important losses: Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas. Thus, Rubro-Negro updated the situation of the athletes.
It is worth remembering that after a clash with Enzo Diaz, a deep cut was found on Ayrton Lucas ' leg. After the game, Flamengo issued a statement revealing "bone exposure" in the player's wound. In addition, the club took the opportunity to talk about the situation of Alex Sandro, who will undergo tests this Sunday (13).
Left-back Ayrton Lucas suffered direct trauma to his left leg during the second half of the 2-0 victory over São Paulo, resulting in a blunt force trauma of approximately 8 cm. The player received local anesthesia in the locker room, where Flamengo doctor, Dr. Fernando Sassaki, cleaned and initially examined the wound. After confirming the bone exposure, a dressing was applied and the player was then sent for an x-ray, which ruled out a fracture in the region. Ayrton was taken to Barra D'Or Hospital, where he will undergo surgery. The player will remain hospitalized for at least 48 hours for antibiotics and infection prevention .
"The player felt pain in the posterior muscle of his left thigh in the first half of Flamengo 2 x 0 São Paulo. He will undergo an MRI scan on Sunday (13) ," Flamengo said in a statement issued to the press.
Thus, with Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas being doubtful, it is likely that Filipe Luís will once again field Varela at left-back for Flamengo . Rubro-Negro returns to the field on Wednesday (16), against Santos, at Vila Belmiro, at 8 pm.