''ENVIRONMENT IS SPOILED'', FLAMENGO IDOL DETONATES ABOUT CLUB MANAGEMENT

In an interview given after the defeat of Flamengoto Peñarol, 1-0, coach Tite was direct in responding to the boos received by the fans. The statement, marked by a frank tone, exposed the coach's pragmatic vision in relation to demanding fans and the pressure for results. “I respect the fans’ feelings. Of course I feel that (the boos), I'm human”, said Tite, recognizing the fans' frustration in the face of the setback.

Tite's speech reveals that he understands the role of fans as a fundamental part in the context of a club, especially in a team of great expression like Flamengo. By mentioning that the boos affect him as a human being, the coach demonstrates empathy, but does not fail to highlight that the only way to reverse this situation is with achievements on the field. “It can only be reversed in one way”, pointed out the coach.

The response reflects the experience of Titein dealing with pressure who follows the command of great teams in Brazilian football. With successful spells at clubs such as Corinthians, Grêmio and the Brazilian national team itself, the coach has a track record that puts him in a position to understand, perhaps like few others, the relationship between performance on the field and fans' expectations. For him, this connection is clear: “Do you know how to win fans? Do you know how I won over the fans of the other clubs I played for? Win an important title”, he declared.

The phrase highlights the centrality of titles in football, especially in mass clubs like Flamengo. In Brazil, the culture of results is intense, and Tite recognizes that fans have a limited tolerance for negative results. Winning titles, for him, is the key to gaining the support of the fans, and anything other than that results in discontent: “If not, bye.”

This last part of Tite's speech summarizes the characteristic impatience of demanding fans like Flamengo. The coach makes it clear that, without obtaining relevant trophies, the relationship with the fans deteriorates quickly. The pressure is constant and is part of the daily life of those who take on the leadership of top teams. Tite seems, however, to be aware of this scenario and how it needs to be faced.

Tite's statement came after a delicate moment for Flamengo. The defeat to Peñarol, at home, in a group stage match of the Copa Libertadores, raised alarm bells for fans and the coaching staff. Flamengo had high expectations for the season, especially after major reinforcements and the arrival of Tite, a coach with wide recognition on the national and international scene.

The pressure on Flamengo is nothing new. The club, which has one of the biggest fans in the world, is known for its high expectations for titles. The expensive squad, made up of renowned players, also increases this demand. Each stumble is widely covered by the media and amplifies the dissatisfaction of part of the fans, who demand immediate results.

The Copa Libertadores, in particular, has a important meaning for Flamengo and its fans. The continental tournament is seen as one of the club's main objectives each season. Any result other than victory can generate dissatisfaction and pressure on the technical committee, as occurred after the setback against Peñarol.

In this context, Tite's speech not only recognizes the fans' dissatisfaction, but also is realistic in relation to what is expected from a club like Flamengo. The demand for titles is part of the package when taking over a club of this size, and the coach seems to be aware of this when he points out that he will only be able to win the support of the fans with significant victories.

From the 27th to the 30th of July, children in Rio de Janeiro will have a unique opportunity. This is because Flamengo idol Petkovic is promoting the fifth edition of “Aprenda com o Pet – Futebol Camp”, a project developed by the Serb to help young people aged five and over in the sport.

In this sense, interested parents and guardians can head to the Villa Itaipava resort, in Petrópolis, so that their children can participate in the event idealized by Petkovic. According to the former shirt number 10 of Gávea, the great mission of “Aprenda com o Pet” is to guide and encourage young people in football with professional help. It is also aimed at those who have never had contact with football, so we have a complete team of qualified professionals to guide and help at every stage of this process”, said the Flamengo idol.

In addition, it is worth noting that girls will also be included in the project. In other words, Aprendi com o Pet will be aimed at all genders, as long as the child is at least 5 years old. This, therefore, was one of the points highlighted by the advisor in charge of “Aprenda com o Pet”, Jennifer de Paula.

In this way, Jennifer believes that the project will have an impact on the lives of girls who want to start in soccer, but face prejudice from a very young age.

In Brazil, the reality of women in sport is still alarming: approximately 15,000 play professionally, while in the US, the number is 600 times higher, according to a 2019 FIFA study. from Petkovic directly help young people become professionals in women's football.