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Before the decision, Hulk praises Flamengo: "It's the best team in Brazil"

Atlético-MG striker highlights the collective and individual quality of the Rubro-Negro ahead of the second leg of the round of 16; the Rio de Janeiro club needs to win

Hulk names Flamengo as the best team in Brazil ahead of the decisive Copa do Brasil clash against Atlético-MG - photo: reproduction
Hulk names Flamengo as the best team in Brazil ahead of the decisive Copa do Brasil clash against Atlético-MG - photo: reproduction

04 Ago 2025 | 11:58 |

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Atlético-MG and Flamengo face each other again this Wednesday (6) , for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The duel will take place at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte, at 7 pm (Brasília time) , with broadcast by SporTV and Premiere. In the first match, held at Maracanã, Galo won 1-0 and plays for a draw to guarantee classification.


Before the decisive clash, striker Hulk was full of praise for his opponent. In an interview, the Minas Gerais number 7 called the "Mais Querido" (Most Beloved) the best team in the country. " When you have an important game like this, which is the Copa do Brasil, against the best team in the country , there's no greater motivation. (...) When you face the best, you want to beat the best," the player declared.




Hulk admits: "Flamengo is the best team in Brazil"

The experienced athlete also highlighted the Rio de Janeiro team's performance on the pitch. "In my humble opinion, Flamengo is the best team in Brazil. (...) A team that plays very well. And we're going to do a great job collectively so that, God willing, we can qualify," Hulk added.


SCENARIO OF THE ROUND OF 16 OF THE BRAZIL CUP

To advance to the quarterfinals, Flamengo needs to win by two or more goals. If they win by one goal, the match goes to penalties. Any draw favors the Minas Gerais club. Filipe Luís's team will have to find its way back to victory after two games without a win.

FLAMENGO MAY HAVE SHORTAGES

Flamengo may have a major problem for the decisive clash against Atlético-MG. Arrascaeta, who scored the equalizer in the 1-1 draw against Ceará last Sunday (3), at Castelão, felt discomfort in his left thigh and left the pitch at half-time in the match, valid for the 18th round of the Brazilian Championship.




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Ready to go? Learn how to get tickets for Flamengo vs. Palmeiras in the Brasileirão.

In the race for the Brasileirão title, Mengão releases prices and sales schedule for the duel against rivals Alviverde in a decisive duel

Flamengo announces prices and sales schedule for the game against Palmeiras at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Flamengo announces prices and sales schedule for the game against Palmeiras at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

06 Out 2025 | 20:00 |

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In a close battle for the lead in the Brazilian Championship , Flamengo and Palmeiras will face off on October 19th at 6:30 pm at the Maracanã stadium for the 29th round of the competition. The Rio de Janeiro club released details of the schedule and ticket prices this week , which have already sparked debate among fans on social media.


According to the club, fan members of the Nação Maraca and Nação Sem Fronteiras plans will have priority in purchasing tickets, being able to purchase up to two tickets per match, depending on their star level. Sales are made exclusively through the website ingressos.flamengo.com.br.


CHECK THE SCHEDULE
  • 10/07 at 10am – Maraca Nation 1 (1 star) / Nation Without Borders
  • October 8th at 10am – Maraca Nation 1
  • 10/10 at 10am – Maraca Nation 2 (2 stars)
  • 10/11 at 10am – Maraca Nation 2 (1 star)
  • 10/13 at 10am – Maraca Nation 2 / Maraca Nation 3 (1 star)
  • October 14th at 10am – Maraca Nation 3
  • October 15th at 10am – General Public Online / Free Admissions / Online Visitors
  • October 19th at 6pm – End of online sales
TICKET PRICES


Prices vary by sector and fan plan . In the North Sector, the price for members starts at R$35 , while the general public will pay R$140. In the Lower West Sector, tickets cost R$200 (half-price R$100).

  • North: from R$35 to R$140
  • South: from R$30 to R$120
  • Upper East: from R$40 to R$160
  • Lower East: from R$45 to R$180
  • Lower West: from R$50 to R$200
  • Visitor Sector (South B): R$170 (half R$85)
FLAMENGO MAINTAINS PREMIUM OPTIONS


The club also offers hospitality options with unique experiences. Espaço Fla+, located in the East and West sectors, includes a buffet and unlimited draft beer for R$200.

Maracanã Mais offers a full meal, dessert and an open bar of non-alcoholic drinks , with prices ranging from R$281.25 to R$900. The space has a seated audience format and is aimed at those seeking comfort and exclusivity.


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Expensive tickets for Flamengo vs Racing draw criticism among Flamengo fans

Prices exceeding R$600 at Maracanã irritate some of the red-black fans, who complain about the stadium's elitism and the loss of its traditional atmosphere.

Flamengo fans criticize the high ticket prices for the Libertadores match against Racing - photo: reproduction
Flamengo fans criticize the high ticket prices for the Libertadores match against Racing - photo: reproduction

06 Out 2025 | 19:19 |

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The announcement of ticket prices for the Conmebol Libertadores semifinal match between Flamengo and Racing (ARG) has sparked a strong backlash on social media. Some fans consider the prices to be high and believe the club is driving the "common people" away from Maracanã , which, according to many, directly impacts the club's traditional energy in the stands.


The match takes place on October 22nd at 9:30 pm at Maracanã Stadium. The club has released the sales schedule and prices for members and the general public , with tickets ranging from R$87.50 to R$600 in conventional areas, and exceeding R$2,000 for premium packages.


FANS COMPLAIN ABOUT ELITIZATION


On social media, many Flamengo fans expressed dissatisfaction with the prices. The main criticism is that the high cost prevents access for some of the more popular fans , who traditionally provide the vibrant atmosphere and parties in the stands. "I already foresee a silent Maracanã," commented one fan in a viral post on X (formerly Twitter).

TICKET PRICES


Tickets are available on a staggered schedule for Nação Maraca fan membership plans, with priority given based on the number of stars. General public sales begin on October 17th, and prices vary by sector:

North: R$100 to R$160 (members) / R$200 to R$400 (general public)

South: R$87.50 to R$140 (members) / R$175 to R$350 (general public)

Upper East: R$112.50 to R$180 (members) / R$225 to R$450 (general public)

Lower East: R$125 to R$200 (members) / R$250 to R$500 (general public)

Lower West: R$150 to R$240 (members) / R$300 to R$600 (general public)


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Flamengo advances in renewing Arrascaeta until 2028 with automatic extension - understand

Mengão advances in renewing the midfielder until 2028, with an automatic extension to 2029 subject to performance targets, after a standout season

Giorgian De Arrascaeta is close to renewing with Flamengo until 2028, with an automatic extension in 2029 - photo: reproduction
Giorgian De Arrascaeta is close to renewing with Flamengo until 2028, with an automatic extension in 2029 - photo: reproduction

06 Out 2025 | 18:42 |

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Flamengo and Giorgian De Arrascaeta are close to formalizing a new contract. Negotiations resumed in recent weeks and are expected to advance during the FIFA World Cup break. The agreement provides for a contract until December 2028 , with an automatic extension until 2029 if the player meets performance targets set by the parties.


The number 10 currently has a contract with the club until the end of 2026, but he has already expressed his desire to stay longer. Initially, the board didn't see any urgency in bringing forward the talks , but the Uruguayan's prominence this season led Flamengo to prioritize the renewal.


NEGOTIATIONS IN FINAL PHASE


Negotiations began in February, were halted in May, and are now in their final stages. Executive director José Boto and businessman Daniel Fonseca, a former Uruguayan national team player , are leading the talks.

After a rocky start, when negotiations were postponed until 2025, there is now agreement and optimism between the parties. New meetings are expected to take place next week in Rio de Janeiro to finalize the contract details.


URUGUAYAN HIGHLIGHT

So far, Arrascaeta has 19 goals and 13 assists in 48 appearances for Flamengo in 2025 , numbers that confirm his role as one of the squad's key players. In 2019, the year of his debut with the club, he was directly involved in 37 goals (18 scored and 19 assists).


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