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Check out Flamengo's likely lineup for the final against Barcelona, in the U-20 World Cup
23 Ago 2025 | 13:35
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23 Ago 2025 | 17:01 |
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Flamengo's upcoming match against Vitória raises alarm bells for Filipe Luís. Three players on the squad are suspended and risk suspension for the next match against Grêmio if they receive another yellow card this round.
Among those suspended, two are regular starters in defense: Léo Pereira and Léo Ortiz. Both have two yellow cards and, if cautioned again, will be out for the remainder of the competition.
The red-and-black coach may have a difficult time building a defense. Danilo, recently recovered, emerges as an immediate alternative if one of the starting center-backs is penalized . However, if both receive cards against Vitória, Filipe Luís may resort to a player from the youth academy to form the defense alongside Danilo.
In addition to the defense, defensive midfielder Allan is also suspended, but the situation is less of a concern for the coaching staff . With Erick Pulgar injured, Allan had been gaining minutes, but lost his place after the emergence of Saúl, who is expected to continue as a starter alongside Jorginho. Even if Allan receives his third yellow card, the Jorginho-Saúl duo is likely to be kept for the match against Grêmio.
Flamengo, the sole leader of the Brazilian Championship with 43 points, is enjoying a positive run. The team is six games unbeaten in Série A and secured its place in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores last week by eliminating Internacional. Prior to that, they defeated the same opponent 3-1 at Beira-Rio Stadium, reinforcing their positive momentum under Filipe Luís.
The duel for the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship will be this Monday (25), at 9 pm, with a Minas Gerais refereeing team commanding the match at Maracanã
23 Ago 2025 | 16:50 |
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The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the refereeing team for the match between Flamengo and Vitória, valid for the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship Series A. The game will be held this Monday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã.
The main referee will be Luís Fernandes de Lima , from Minas Gerais, who will be supported by assistants Felipe Alan Costa de Oliveira and Leonardo Henrique Pereira, also from Minas Gerais. Marco Aurélio Augusto Fazekas Ferreira will be in charge of the video assistant referee, accompanied by Amanda Matias Masseira from Pernambuco as VAR.
Flamengo heads into the match as the clear leader of the Brazilian Championship , with 43 points. Filipe Luís's team is enjoying a positive run , having gone six games unbeaten in the national competition.
Last week, the team secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores by eliminating Internacional and, before that, beat the same opponent 3-1 at Beira-Rio, consolidating its good form.
Vitória currently sits in 17th place in the standings with 19 points. In their last match, they drew 2-2 with Juventude at Barradão Stadium. Previously, they lost 2-0 to São Paulo at Morumbis Stadium.
Uruguayan midfielder and Ecuadorian striker stand out in Mengão's collective performance against Internacional, guaranteeing their place in Conmebol's team of the round
23 Ago 2025 | 14:29 |
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On Wednesday, Flamengo displayed high-level football against Internacional in a Copa Libertadores match. Despite a solid collective performance, only Arrascaeta and Gonzalo Plata were selected for CONMEBOL's team of the round, recognizing their outstanding individual performances.
The move that resulted in the Rubro-Negro's first goal directly involved the duo. After a shot from Samuel Lino, goalkeeper Rochet saved, leaving the ball free in the box. Plata headed the ball, and Arrascaeta finished, opening the scoring in a 2-0 victory over the Rio Grande do Sul team.
Fans, on the club's official social media channels, voted Saúl the best player of the match in Porto Alegre. The defensive duo of Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira also received praise for their confidence and leadership, while Varela excelled at right back, blocking Wesley and Carbonero's attacks throughout the 90 minutes.
In midfield, Jorginho led the game with calm and experience, ensuring quality and balance for the team. Under Filipe Luís's command, most of the squad performed worthy of continental recognition.
Flamengo returns to action in the Copa Libertadores on Thursday, September 18th. The first leg against Estudiantes will be at the Maracanã stadium, kicking off at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) . As the Argentine club finished first in the group stage, it will have the right to decide the match at home.
Current U-20 Intercontinental Cup champion, Mengão faces Barcelona (ESP) at Maracanã, with record attendance expected
23 Ago 2025 | 14:16 |
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Flamengo is looking for another international title in the youth categories. Current champions of the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, Rubro-Negro face Barcelona (ESP) this Saturday (23), at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã , in a duel that promises to be historic. The competition brings together the winners of the U-20 Libertadores and the UEFA Youth League, the main youth competitions in South America and Europe.
The Rio de Janeiro team secured a spot in the final after defeating Palmeiras in the U-20 Libertadores final. After a 1-1 draw in March, Flamengo won 3-2 on penalties, becoming the first club from the continent to win the continental competition twice .
As of Friday evening, approximately 35,473 tickets had already been sold , according to journalist Venê Casagrande. Sales are not yet complete, as the Upper South sector remains closed. Due to high demand, the Upper East sector has been reopened.
The clash between Flamengo and Barcelona is on track to break the U-20 World Cup attendance record of 40,579, set in the duel between Peñarol and Benfica in 2022. The partial indicates that the red-black fans can surpass this mark , transforming the Maracanã into a true party stage.
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