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"I STILL MAKE A GOAL FOR C....", SAYS ROMÁRIO, FORMER FLAMENGO, ABOUT RETURN TO PLAYING PROFESSIONALLY

The now player again also says he wants to play with his son

17 Abr 2024 | 10:24 |

The photo of a senator for Rio de Janeiro is part of the CBF IDB. Romário is regularized, has an active contract and, on paper, became president-player of America-RJ.

In an interview with the UOL portal, Baixinho explains the reason for trying this adventure at the age of 58: making a dream come true. "My son is going to play with America. One of my wishes, one of my dreams, is to play with him. Depending on a given game, if I play with him, it will complete my life in football", said Shorty.

There is no point in expecting Romário's constant participation in America's games for the Carioca Championship. "It's not the desire to compete in the championship, my body can't handle it. But it's to play with him (Romarinho)." But dare to ask if Romário thinks he has forgotten how to play football professionally. >'Pressure' on the coach

In an irreverent way, the president-player has already put pressure on coach Marcus Alexandre: "President has to be a starter, Wow! I'll even accept joining later, but if it's too late in the game, I'll fire him." What is the plan to be able to play? América's first game in Carioca's Series A2 will be on May 18, against Petrópolis.

"I'm going to start training a little next week, three times a week. I'm going to train on the field at home I must do some training there with the people at America too", said Romário, still active in footvolley and in football matches.

Senator, Romário will earn a symbolic salary, a requirement for the contract to be valid. But the amount will be returned to the club. In CBF records, the last game with Romário's participation was in November 2007, Vasco's 2-1 defeat to Internacional with Abel Braga, Fernandão and Nilmar, in the Brasileirão.

It is worth remembering that in 2009, Romário came to play for America, fulfilling the dream of his father, Edevair, now deceased. Now, he wants to complete the family cycle.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

"I STILL MAKE A GOAL FOR C....", SAYS ROMÁRIO, FORMER FLAMENGO, ABOUT RETURN TO PLAYING PROFESSIONALLY