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29 Set 2025 | 10:54 |
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Shortly after the comeback victory over Corinthians , Arrascaeta commented in an interview with Cazé TV that Flamengo "looks like a champion." The Uruguayan midfielder stated that the team's secret is to treat each match like a final, especially after recent draws at the Maracanã.
"We approach every game like a final. Scoring points would have given us an even stronger footing; we'd drawn two games at home. Today, it was crucial to get three points . A championship team thinks like that. Approach every game like a final," declared the number 14 after the match against Corinthians .
The Uruguayan recalled his first year at the club, when the team enjoyed a historic season with titles and remarkable performances. According to him, Flamengo's current form resembles that of 2019 due to its winning mentality.
Arrascaeta highlights Rossi: "He showed personality"
"2019 was magical. We went through these things. We won and grew stronger even when playing poorly. Knowing that when you're not clicking, everyone runs until you do. Then there are players of great quality who make a difference. Today was another one of those games. Rossi showed his personality," said Arrascaeta.
The number 14 also highlighted the importance of the red-and-black squad and its own evolution over the years . For him, the experience gained and the trust of coach Filipe Luís have been decisive for their good performance on the field.
"The quality of our team helps a lot. But also, over the years, we become more experienced and know the ropes on the field. I do what Filipe asks, and that's essential. A friend like Filipe and knowing how to differentiate professionally helps me a lot . I started the year feeling down, mainly because of the injury. But I knew I'd get back to normal after that. And he gave me a lot of confidence," he added.
After a poor first half for coach Filipe Luís's team, the Rio de Janeiro red-and-black team improved in the second half and won another round of the points competition.
28 Set 2025 | 23:08 |
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Corinthians and Flamengo faced each other on Sunday night (28), at Neo Química Arena, in a match valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. With a large audience at the Corinthians home, the black and white team was defeated by Mengão, with a score of 2 to 1. Yuri Alberto scored the goal for the home team. Arrascaeta and Luiz Araújo turned the tables for the leader of the points competition.
FLAMENGO TURNS ON CORINTHIANS AND OPENS A GAP IN THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP
The first half was full of good opportunities for Corinthians, while Flamengo practically watched the home team play . In the 13th minute, Yuri Alberto had the opportunity to put the home team ahead, but he chipped the penalty, making it easy for Rossi to save, who saved another penalty for Mengão.
Corinthians had several chances to open the scoring in the first half, but they were squandered , much to Flamengo's dismay, as they had a subpar first half. In the second half, Yuri Alberto made it 1-0 for the home team in the first minute, making things difficult for Filipe Luís's team.
After conceding the goal, Flamengo balanced the game and gradually began to push forward. In the ninth minute, after an excellent exchange of passes inside the box, Carrascal provided an assist for Arrascaeta, who finished with his left foot to equalize the match . Mengão continued to pressure Corinthians to turn the match around at Neo Química Arena.
After the equalizer, Flamengo continued to attack, and in the final minutes of the match, the red-and-black team took a quick throw-in through Gonzalo Plata, catching the Corinthians defense off guard; the counterattack resulted in Luiz Araújo's goal , following an assist from Carrascal, his second of the match. Corinthians lacked the strength to react in the final minutes, and Mengão won 2-1.
Flamengo's next match
After Flamengo's victory against Corinthians, the red-black team opened a new advantage over Cruzeiro and Palmeiras , teams that are chasing the team in the search for the Brazilian Championship title. Mengão returns to the field next Thursday (02), against Cruzeiro , at 8:30 pm, in a duel valid for the 25th round of the Brasileirão, at Maracanã.
Mengão claims that the group's current contract with TV is detrimental to the club's accounts in the long term and creates a major rebellion against its stance.
28 Set 2025 | 20:30 |
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The dispute between Flamengo and Libra has entered a new chapter. Following a request from the Rio de Janeiro club, a Rio de Janeiro court ordered a freeze on part of the funds related to the Brasileirão TV contract , a measure affecting nine of the association's teams. The decision intensified the exchange of accusations between Flamengo, Palmeiras, São Paulo, and the other members.
Libra's contract with TV stations totals R$1.17 billion per year, covering both free-to-air and cable TV broadcasts. The following are members of the association: Flamengo , Palmeiras, São Paulo, Grêmio, Atlético-MG, Santos, Red Bull Bragantino, Bahia, and Vitória—the latter of which has already announced its future exit. This information comes from journalist Rodrigo Mattos of UOL. The dispute centers on the 30% of revenue distributed by audience, approximately R$309 million . The remaining 70%—40% divided equally and 30% by sports performance—is not up for debate.
Rubro-Negro claims to have lost around R$100 million compared to the 2024 contract, dropping from R$300 million to R$200 million. According to the board, now led by Luiz Eduardo Baptista (BAP), the current criteria harms the club because Globo channels a large portion of its games to pay-per-view , reducing exposure on free-to-air TV.
Flamengo's proposal was to include pay-per-view (PPV) in its ratings calculation. This could generate an additional R$20 to R$30 million, bringing revenue closer to the level Corinthians received in the LFU (R$220 to R$230 million), the closest to the Mais Querido's previous contract with the broadcaster .
According to Mattos, most Libra clubs support so-called "scenario 1," approved at an August 2025 assembly: dividing the audience equally (50% for each club in the field) . Flamengo and Volta Redonda were the only ones to vote against it. With this formula, the estimated values per season would be:
Flamengo disputes the legality of the meeting, arguing that changes to the bylaws require unanimity . The club also denies that the previous management agreed to the formula, claiming there is no document to prove such a decision.
After losing in the first instance, Flamengo obtained an injunction from the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice (TJ-RJ) blocking R$77 million—part of its audience share . In total, Globo will have to withhold R$230 million until a final decision is made. Libra plans to appeal, arguing that the meeting was valid.
The dispute went beyond the legal realm. Libra accused Flamengo of acting "selfishly" and harming the cash flow of other clubs. Flamengo responded that it will not accept "an absurd solution imposed in a tyrannical manner." In addition to Libra, Palmeiras, São Paulo, Grêmio, Bahia, Atlético-MG, Santos, and Red Bull Bragantino also issued statements criticizing Flamengo's stance.
Coach Filipe Luís defined Mengão's starting 11 in the duel against Alvinegro in the 25th round of the competition aiming to remain in the lead
28 Set 2025 | 19:25 |
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This Sunday (28), Flamengo and Corinthians face each other in the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship . The duel will be at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo, starting at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) and, with that, coach Filipe Luís defined the 11 starters for the decisive match .
Coach Filipe Luís will send onto the field a Flamengo team with: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Viña; Saúl, De La Cruz, Arrascaeta; Carrascal, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique .
The coach has three confirmed absences: Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot; Ayrton Lucas, suspended for the third yellow card he received in the derby against Vasco ; and Michael, out due to pain in his left ankle and did not travel with the group.
Flamengo arrives motivated after beating Estudiantes (ARG) on penalties to secure a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals . Now, Filipe Luís's team is fully focused on the Brasileirão and may make some changes to the lineup to retain starters and give other players some rhythm.
Corinthians heads into the match with some doubts, especially regarding the presence of Memphis Depay, whose condition for the match remains uncertain. Coach Dorival Júnior is expected to evaluate the Dutchman before the match, but the forward is likely to miss the match.
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