Soccer
19 Jul 2025 | 14:07 |
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The Flamengo -Vasco derby is always fraught with tension, rivalry, and controversy. However, for Marcelo de Lima Henrique, one of Brazil's most experienced referees, the match that most negatively impacted his career was the 2014 Campeonato Carioca final, when he owned up to the biggest mistake of his career: the offside goal that decided the title for Flamengo.
The referee's recent statement reignited debates about officiating in Brazilian football and brought to light previously unseen details of what happened that night at the Maracanã. The Flamengo-Vasco match, in the 2014 Campeonato Carioca final, was a highly anticipated affair . Both teams were seeking the state title, and the match promised intense action.
The match ended with a 1-0 victory for Flamengo, with a goal scored by Márcio Araújo in the final minutes. The goal was allowed, and Flamengo was crowned champion. However, years later, referee Marcelo de Lima Henrique himself revealed that the play was ruled offside.
Marcelo de Lima Henrique on the controversy: "It's not exactly my idea, it's an assistant's decision, but I'm the match commander. I'm the team leader."
He also recalled another previous incident involving the two clubs: a game in which a shot by Vasco's Douglas went in, but the goal was disallowed. According to him, these errors negatively impacted the period. After the final whistle, Marcelo de Lima Henrique was congratulated by the Federation and the boards. However, the celebration was short-lived. In the locker room, the referee watched a replay of the play that led to Flamengo's goal.
The revelation of the irregularity completely changed the narrative of the match. According to the referee, the error was the assistant's, but the responsibility, as head of the refereeing team, fell to him. According to Marcelo, the tiebreaker technology was only shown on television after the match ended. At the time, VAR was not available, which made decision-making on tight plays like Márcio Araújo's even more difficult.
The midfielder has not been given opportunities in the Mengão professional team with Filipe Luís and the Russian club is getting closer and closer to closing the deal.
09 Ago 2025 | 19:29 |
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Striker Matheus Gonçalves is close to joining CSKA Moscow in Russia. The Russian club has long-standing interest, but talks have progressed in recent weeks , and Flamengo is already admitting the possibility of losing the 19-year-old.
The proposal involves a loan with an option to buy at the end of the contract. If he excels in Russian football, CSKA will have priority to acquire the player permanently . Matheus' departure, however, is not expected to happen before the U-20 World Cup final, when Flamengo faces Barcelona.
Matheus Gonçalves was once close to a deal with Cruzeiro, but was reinstated to Filipe Luís's squad after strong performances with the U-20 team . Since then, he's played in the Brasileirão derby against Fluminense and was available for the Copa do Brasil clash with Atlético-MG. However, he hasn't left the bench in the last two matches.
Despite his desire to establish himself at Flamengo, Matheus Gonçalves recognizes the need for more regular play —something that's currently difficult to achieve at Rubro-Negro. Therefore, he authorized his staff to seek new opportunities, and CSKA Moscow emerged as an important opportunity, including for his first experience in Europe.
A product of Flamengo's youth academy, the striker played for Red Bull Bragantino in 2023, playing 13 matches . The São Paulo club attempted to sign him permanently, but the deal fell through. This season, Matheus has played 15 games and scored two goals for Flamengo.
The player is a product of Mengão's youth academy and is Galo's new signing for the 2025 season after a disappointing stint at Real Madrid.
09 Ago 2025 | 18:29 |
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Atlético-MG made official this Friday (08) the signing of midfielder Reinier , revealed by Flamengo. The 23-year-old player signed a contract valid until December 31, 2029. According to journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira, Mengão consulted the player's representatives, but considered the amounts requested too high for the moment.
Atlético-MG on Reinier, ex-Flamengo: "Reinier is a Rooster"
"Reinier is a Galo! An Olympic champion with experience at clubs in Spain, Germany, and Italy, the midfielder is Atlético's newest addition! At 23, he signed a contract until December 31, 2029, and will be another option for Cuca's squad . Keep it up, Reinier!" the club posted on social media.
Reinier rose to prominence in Brazilian football after being promoted to the professional team in 2019 under Jorge Jesus. That year, he was part of the squads that won the Brasileirão and Libertadores . For Flamengo , the midfielder made 15 appearances, scoring six goals and contributing two assists.
After excelling at Flamengo, he was sold to Real Madrid (ESP), but failed to make the first team. He played on loan at Borussia Dortmund (GER), Girona (ESP), and Frosinone (ITA) before returning to Brazil to play for Atlético-MG.
While Reinier reinforces Galo, Flamengo remains focused on the Brasileirão . This Saturday (09), the team faces Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 18th round. The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view.
Coach Filipe Luís reinforces the idea of prioritizing the Brazilian Championship and sends Mengão's full strength to the duel against Leão at Maracanã
09 Ago 2025 | 17:29 |
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Flamengo announced coach Filipe Luís's starting lineup for the match against Mirassol in the 19th round of the Brasileirão . Despite significant absences, Mengão will go into the match at full strength , aiming to maintain its lead in the competition. With a victory, "Mais Querido" cannot be overtaken in the round.
Rossi; Emerson Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Allan, Evertton Araújo, Arrascaeta, Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, Pedro.
One of the possible new players is Jorge Carrascal , who did not play in the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG due to not being registered, but is available for the Brasileirão. The Colombian is available to coach Filipe Luís for the first time since his arrival at Flamengo .
Coach Filipe Luís will be without key players for the match : Danilo, with a hamstring injury in his right thigh; De La Cruz , who is doing strength and mobility work at the gym due to a knee injury; and Erick Pulgar, who is recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, performed after an injury during the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, Jorginho is suspended for accumulating yellow cards.
Coach Rafael Guanaes also confirmed the Mirassol lineup, which features only one change from the previous match: the return of full-back Reinaldo, who was suspended against Vasco due to three yellow cards. The Leão starting lineup is : Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes, and Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho, and Gabriel; Negueba, Edson Carioca, and Chico da Costa.
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