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10 and a sash! Arrascaeta takes center stage for Flamengo and becomes the hopeful against Estudiantes
18 Set 2025 | 12:23
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04 Nov 2024 | 13:15 |
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. After a run of five games without scoring a goal in open play, the striker demonstrated once again why he is one of the greatest scorers in Brazilian football. With Filipe Luís alongside in the starting line-up, Gabigol finally disenchants and shines in a performance that already creates great expectations for the second game of the decision.
Gabigol has a trajectory marked by decisive actions in decisions. At a critical moment, when Flamengo needs strong results, the striker stood out by converting a penalty and, shortly afterwards, finding the way to the net in a constructed play. This performance breaks a period in which the striker faced criticism for the lack of goals from open plays, especially in a team with high investment and which has one of the most demanding fans in Brazil. The player's performance in finals, however, was never questioned, and once again he showed that he has the ideal profile for moments of high pressure.
FLAMENGO HAS GABIGOL IN HIGH FORM
Gabigol's psychological factor in football games decision is a differentiator. The player seems to grow on the field under pressure, as he has demonstrated in other competitions, such as the Libertadores, where his name was engraved in the history of the club Flamengo. This time, in the Copa do Brasil, he is already beginning to write another important chapter with two goals in the first match of the final, which could be crucial for the outcome of the championship. The player's confidence, which often spills over to the rest of the team, helps create an aura of invincibility in moments of decision, something that few players can sustain throughout their career.
Gabigol's performance in this Copa do Brasil final can also be seen as a turning point for Flamengo's run in the season. After facing a goalless phase, where he was the target of questions, mainly due to the high number of games as a starter without scoring, the striker redeemed himself in style. With the penalty goal and the complement of a well-worked play, Gabigol renewed the fans' enthusiasm and increased expectations for the return game, where Flamengo will have the opportunity to confirm the title.
For coach Filipe Luís, seeing Gabigol shining on the field is a relief and a reaffirmation of his decision to keep the striker as a starter. Even under pressure, the coach trusted the top scorer and maintained his position, believing in Gabigol's ability to respond in the most important moments. Now, with the goals scored in the final, Gabigol gives a worthy answer to those who questioned his recent performance, reinforcing the idea that he is indispensable in high-pressure games and finals.
Mengão announces the starting lineup for the first leg of the quarterfinals against Argentina at Maracanã; see who Filipe Luís will send onto the field
18 Set 2025 | 20:30 |
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Flamengo officially announced the lineup to face Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. With important returns, coach Filipe Luís is betting on maximum strength to start with an advantage in the continental clash.
Defender Léo Ortiz, who missed last weekend due to suspension , returns to the starting lineup. Bruno Henrique, who also missed the match against Juventude, is confirmed in the squad. The team maintains the core of the squad that has been playing with Filipe Luís.
Filipe Luís will send onto the field against Estudiantes: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.
The Red-Black Nation promises another great party . All tickets were sold in advance, guaranteeing the presence of over 69,000 fans . This should be Flamengo 's largest crowd in this edition of the Libertadores. The expectation is to repeat the solid performance of the round of 16, when the team eliminated Internacional with two wins and qualified 3-0 on aggregate.
Defender hangs up his boots at 38 and says he is satisfied with his career, despite not having been able to play for Mengão
18 Set 2025 | 19:00 |
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Defender Gil, 38, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. In an interview with TV Record, the former defender confirmed the end of his playing career: " A new phase, I'm retiring from football. It's decided ."
Gil, ex-Corinthians, when declaring retirement: "the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo"
Gil built a remarkable relationship with Corinthians , a club he played for twice. Between 2013 and 2016, he was a key player in Tite's squad, crowning the period with the 2015 Brazilian Championship title . He returned to Corinthians in 2019 and, during his second stint, reached the impressive milestone of 400 appearances for the club.
Despite his solid history at Corinthians, Gil revealed a dream he never fulfilled: playing for Flamengo . " I did everything I wanted, the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo . Not everything is perfect. I'm grateful for the career I've built," he declared.
The final chapter of his career was at Santos, where he played in the 2024 Série B. The defender played an important role in the club's promotion to Série A , but lost his place in the squad and terminated his contract in August of the same year. Shortly thereafter, he decided to hang up his boots.
Having also played in Chinese football and enjoyed a solid career in Brazil, Gil ended his career as one of the greatest defenders of the last decade , recognized for his consistency, physical strength, and leadership on the field. In total, the former player appeared in 865 matches, scoring 43 goals and contributing 15 assists.
The red-black team faces the Argentines this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals
18 Set 2025 | 18:30 |
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Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Estudiantes, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Coach Filipe Luís is betting on full strength to try to open up an advantage before the decision in Argentina.
Coach Filipe Luís is expected to field a full-strength squad against the Argentines: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro, and Samuel Lino. The game will be broadcast live on Flamengo TV and with exclusive footage on ESPN.
Alex Sandro (calf) and Jorginho (thigh) are still recovering and are working individually on the field. Pulgar is also in the transition phase with physical therapy and is expected to return to training with the group only at the end of September.
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