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Calling someone to perform a certain function" is what one of the definitions of vocation in the dictionary says. The religious vocation has always been present in the lives of Sisters Ana and Kamilla, who live and work in a hotel-residence for the elderly, while the vocation of Flamengo fans appeared little by little during her life in Rio de Janeiro. Sister Ana, 64 years old, is from Minas Gerais and has lived in Cidade Maravilhosa for almost seven years when she moved to coordinate the nursing home in Tijuca. Even with family members red-black in the family, Flamengo was not a present part of the nun's life, whose passion was truly awakened in 2019 with the arrival of Gabigol - whom she treats as the "pivot" of everything.
What I What caught our attention was when Gabigol arrived at Flamengo. This caught my attention a lot. He was talked about every day. As I watched a lot of the news, I became more interested. I started watching the game. I became excited, mainly because of the joy that Flamengo is. Flamengo is just a joy. These are people who are happy out of nowhere. It's just joy. That enchanted me. I watched the games and enjoyed them more and more - I told ge, before continuing:
Gabigol was the pivot of everything. He has a lot of charisma. This charisma erases any strong personality. This is part of it, this is his, this is his person. How many people love him? Gabigol is very loved, as are others, but he is very loved. The children make his gesture - he concluded. If Sister Ana's passion has a reason, Sister Kamilla's life was no different. The 24-year-old was raised in a cradle of passionate red and black people there in Piauí. It was through her family that Flamengo became present in Kamilla's life, but it was because of her religious vocation that she became closer to this passion.
Just over five years ago, Kamilla moved to Rio de Janeiro to fulfill his religious vocation and lived much of this time in Araruama, in the Lagos Region. It's only been four months since the young woman has been helping Sister Ana at the nursing home in Tijuca and it was at this moment that Flamengo became a constant. I knew she was a Flamengo fan and in love with Flamengo. But I never imagined that one day I would go to Maracanã. Sister Ana invited me and I already knew she was a Flamengo fan. But I also never imagined that one day I would go with her to Maracanã, being able to celebrate together. And she went, invited me, and of course I would never refuse an invitation like that - Sister Kamilla told ge and continued:
It was inexplicable. Just getting in there with a bunch of people. The first one I went to was Flamengo and São Paulo (for Brasileirão). We couldn't raise our arms because they were looking at us. I can't stay quiet in the game. I put my hand on my head, pat my leg, hold the medal. It's too much emotion. At the time of the goal, I don't even know how to explain it, what's in my hand flies - he concluded.
"There's room for everything when you love" was what Sister Ana said, who fits Flamengo into the routine which starts early, around 5am, just before the first prayer of the day alongside Sister Kamilla. If they are not at Maracanã, they are facing the television and, if their routine is busy, their cell phone is close by to follow the progress of the match. But what the sisters really like is being in the stands, where they feel more and more part of the crowd.
I fell in love watching the children with their parents, they were crying children cheering with their parents. Seeing the fans singing gives something to the heart. Only a Flamengo fan can understand what it's like to be at Maracanã on game day. I really turned red and black and I'm a normal fan, I paraded with a flag and everything for Flamengo and Vasco. I am a person of God who can be present in all environments - commented Ana.
Until the end of the Brasileirão, Flamengo has five games at Maracanã (Palmeiras, Fluminense, Bragantino, Atlético-MG and Cuiabá) and one objective: direct qualification to the Libertadores. The marathon starts this Wednesday night. Mathematically, the dream of the title still exists and Sister Ana is one of those red-and-black people who sticks to her chances. It's still possible to win (the title). You have to believe. You have to have hope. It helps. We have to believe until the last moment. It won't be an easy game (against Palmeiras). But there is everything to win and emerge victorious. I believe. Flamengo is capable of winning them all (the games at Maracanã). We have good players - said Ana, before Kamilla added: The players also have to believe. Just the fans are not enough. They have to do their part to look for it. You have to fight. You have to take risks. Flamengo faces Palmeiras, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in the 33rd round of the Brasileirão. Rubro-Negro has 53 points in the table, six behind leader Botafogo.
With Bruno Henrique suspended, Filipe Luís analyzes options for the derby; Wallace Yan's performance puts the youngster ahead of Everton Cebolinha
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With Bruno Henrique absent due to suspension, coach Filipe Luís will be forced to make changes to Flamengo's attacking sector for the classic against Fluminense, scheduled for this Sunday (20), at 7:30 pm, at Maracanã . The dispute for the spot is between the young Wallace Yan and the experienced Everton Cebolinha, and the balance seems to be tipping towards the red-black promise.
Despite only playing 51 minutes in the Brazilian Championship, Wallace has excelled when called upon, scoring important goals and capturing the fans' attention. According to the ge website, the striker has already surpassed Juninho in the internal pecking order and is currently seen as the main candidate to replace Bruno Henrique in the starting lineup.
Wallace Yan, alongside Bruno Henrique , is the squad's third-highest scorer this season, with seven goals. This is a significant number, especially considering the striker's limited playing time. His effectiveness has been a differentiator, especially compared to the team's more experienced players.
Everton Cebolinha, on the other hand, has played 534 minutes in the Brasileirão, more than ten times as much as Wallace. However, the number 11 has directly contributed to only two goals in the competition and is facing a seven-match drought without contributing assists or goals. The player's inconsistent form has sparked dissatisfaction among fans, increasing the pressure on the coach when choosing the lineup.
Filipe Luís is likely to keep Plata as a false 9 , and if he opts for Everton Cebolinha, the number 11 will be moved to the left side of the attack. However, recent factors favor the selection of Wallace Yan, who has been responding to the opportunities he receives and outperforming his direct competitor.
In financial crisis, Olaria calls assembly to approve transformation into SAF and sale of 95% of football to consortium formed by singer and director
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Olaria, one of the most traditional clubs in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro, is close to a new chapter in its history. The club, which is facing serious financial difficulties, has scheduled a meeting with its members for next Monday (15) to decide on its transformation into a Football Corporation (SAF) and the sale of 95% of its football rights to a business consortium.
The group interested in the acquisition includes rapper L7nnon, former Flamengo vice-president Marcos Braz, and the sports marketing firm Ric's, which already manages the club's football operations. The companies involved are DLA Investments, representing L7nnon , DTS Serviços Integrados de Telecomunicações, linked to Marcos Braz , and Ric's Sports.
Olaria is experiencing financial instability, marked by labor debts and liens, which have jeopardized its sports operations. According to president André Luiz, known as "Batata," the current situation makes it impossible to maintain traditional football: "The current situation was unfeasible for football, and they wanted it. We're fighting to keep it going. There are a lot of liens and labor lawsuits," Batata told ge.
With the potential sale, the club estimates it will raise R$25 million for the transfer of 95% of its football rights. Part of the proceeds will be allocated to regularizing the club's tax situation, with the promise of obtaining a clearance certificate by the end of August.
According to the notice calling the meeting, the new members intend to make immediate contributions to pay off liabilities and restructure the football department. The proposal is to transform Olaria into an efficient and competitive SAF, with professional management and medium- and long-term planning.
Despite shining in the rout against Bayer Leverkusen, the young Mengão midfielder regrets not being included in the club's social media post.
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Flamengo comfortably defeated Bayer Leverkusen 5-1 in a friendly match held at Gávea Stadium, and one of the star performers was young Matheus Gonçalves. The number 10 played an active role: scoring a goal, providing an assist, hitting the crossbar , and curling a header that thrilled the home crowd.
However, despite his outstanding performance, the player expressed dissatisfaction on social media. After the match, Matheus commented on an official club post: " I don't understand, I'm not appearing in anything anymore 🤦🏻♂️… What madness. But we're going for it!! We keep going 🙏🏻❤️💪🏻." Shortly after, the message was deleted. The post in question did not contain his image, which sparked a public outcry.
The incident comes amid a period of uncertainty in the athlete's career. Matheus Gonçalves, a player brought up by the club itself , has found few opportunities in the professional team under coach Filipe Luís . He was included in the last official match, against Santos, but remained on the bench throughout the club's defeat.
Behind the scenes, Flamengo had made progress in negotiations with Cruzeiro, which offered €3.5 million (approximately R$22 million) for 50% of the player's economic rights. Despite the agreement being reached, president Luiz Eduardo Baptista (BAP) opted to back out and cancel the negotiation.
Despite the impasse regarding his first-team performance, Matheus continues to attract attention abroad . Olympiacos, a traditional Greek club, has shown interest in the young midfielder through its scouting department, which has been monitoring his performance since his youth academy.