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Fans did not enjoy the athletes' performances against Millonarios
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Flamengo had a disappointing start in the Libertadores group stage. The team led by Tite failed to win on their debut, only drawing 1-1 with Millonarios, from Colombia, at the El Campín Stadium, in Bogotá.
The goal from Flamengo was scored by Pedro, at the beginning of the second half, in a penalty kick. Even with the advantage of an extra player, after the expulsion of Larry Vázquez, the team was unable to hold off Millonarios' pressure. Daniel Ruiz tied the game with just 10 minutes remaining.
On social media, the one who suffered criticism in Tite's starting lineup was left-back Matías Viña. On an unhappy night, the Uruguayan was below expectations both defensively and offensively. The coach of Mais Querido was heavily criticized for taking too long to replace him.
Another question about the coach was the non-entry of Léo Ortiz. Adenor preferred hierarchy and kept David Luiz as starter alongside Fabrício Bruno, a decision that was widely criticized on the web.
DEFENSE LOSES INVINCIBILITYThere were 118 days of invincibility from goalkeeper Rossi, who hadn't conceded a goal since December last year. The result was considered negative by the Nation on social media, as Millonarios played for much of the final stage with one less player.
Mais Querido's number 8 has been an example both on and off the field
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The Flamengo it was only tied with Cuiabá on Saturday night (6), in a game valid for the 15th round of the Brasileirão. After the game, Tite held a press conference and praised Gerson, highlighting his quality in being able to play in various positions on the field.
Sometimes the guys call him 'Joker'. Sometimes, it is very difficult to perform two or three functions on the field", said Tite, praising the number 8 of Mais Querido after a draw with Cuiabá.
TEAM HIGHLIGHTUs In recent games Gerson has been one of the best players for Tite's Flamengo. Furthermore, Mais Querido's number 8 is an example off the field for the younger players and they have strengthened their leadership of the group.
SITUATION OF FLAMENGO IN BRASILEIRÃOWith the draw against Cuiabá, Flamengowas at 31 points and will continue another round in the lead of the Brasileirão. However, it is possible that Mais Querido will see its title competitors come close, as that only three points separated them.
FOCUS ON THE NEXT CONFRONTATIONThus, the Flamengo squad returns to the field only on July 11th, when they face Fortaleza, in a match valid for the 16th round of the Brasileirão. This way, the team can have a rest period until the next game.
A highlight of the second half was the replacement of young players
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Flamengo drew 1-1 with Cuiabá on Saturday night (6), at Maracanã, in a match valid for the 15th round of the Brazilian Championship. Despite the unexpected result, Rubro-Negro secured the lead in the competition until the end of the round. After the game, coach Tite analyzed the team's performance.
Flamengo was behind on the scoreboard, but pressed throughout the game, managing to equalize with a goal from Pedro. However, the team was unable to break through Cuiabá's defensive block to turn the match around. A highlight of the second half was the replacement of Werton and Lorran with Carlinhos and Matheus Gonçalves, something that Tite explained after the game.
Coach Tite highlighted the performance of goalkeeper Walter, from Cuiabá, as fundamental to the draw. “Walter had a great game, I think there were 11 shots on goal. In a volume created, with a series of adversities, I will not talk about the calendar, I have already said it and I do not want to be repetitive. We had the search until the final moment. The game presented itself, we tried to use two pivots, we replaced the boys to create the alternatives we needed and here is the support for the boys, Lorran and Werton”, analyzed Tite.
GAME STRATEGY
Tite sought greater coordination in midfield, using Gerson and Lorran as play creators. “I wanted to work on the projection. I looked for an articulating player to give more volume. As I have Lorran together with Gerson, who are two articulators, they look for each other, the idea was to have them. Then, we put together a strategy to pierce their middle and lower block (Cuiabá). We had to make the movement in the last third”, he explained.
Tite also highlighted the difficulties faced due to the tight schedule, which hampered the team's preparation. “It’s difficult not to talk about the calendar issue. We analyze the opponent and there is no way to train for this game. You put it on video and try to make sure things arrive on time. It was the third game in a row in less than 72 hours. We weren't able to maintain the regularity to put ourselves in front of the goal, to have a cleaner finish. We have to recognize that, on the other side, Walter was on a bright day”, added the coach.
With the draw, Flamengo reached 31 points, maintaining the isolated lead of the Brasileirão. Next Thursday (10), the team returns to Maracanã to face Fortaleza, at 8pm. Cuiabá, in turn, reached 14 points and occupies 15th place in the table.
The singer saved the defender of Mais Querido at the beginning of his career
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One of the biggest highlights of Tite's Flamengo, David Luiz told an unusual story that he lived with singer Ivete Sangalo. The defender of Mais Querido revealed in an interview with "The Players Tribune", that the artist helped him in negotiations with Benfica (POR).
At the time, aged 20, David Luiz, revealed by Vitória, was negotiating with the Portuguese club. However, he faced problems traveling to Portugal and it was the singer who saved him, by lending him a jet.
"He went to see a jet, there was no jet available, which was the only jet that was available in Salvador? Who has a jet in Salvador? Think about it: Ivete. The only jet available was from Ivete Sangalo. We got on the plane. the whole procedure. My passport, ticket, on the runway, from the runway I was going to get into the plane. The guys had done the whole thing."
"Okay, there we are (inside the jet), and the pilot says: “come here old man, where are you going? Are you going to São Paulo, then where are you going? Don’t worry, I’m going to refuel the aircraft, we’re going to go up and we’re going to get there on time. ”.
"Then Júlio (manager) for me, quietly, “never missed a show, but he was always late, he can be late at a show, man”. He did that whole thing, went to refuel, great, we flew. We land in São Paulo and this is a movie: we get off the plane, well, we get off the jet, we jump on the jet, Júlio jumps out with his suitcase, his suitcase hits the floor, it opens. Then the guy comes and gives us the bag with his passport, my tickets and everything and says: the problem is which plane you're going to take is that one over there", and points to the plane leaving, just like in a movie -, he said .
DAVID LUIZ'S PASS TO BENFICADavid signed with Benfica to join the squad. Having signed the contract before carrying out the tests, the Portuguese club was unaware of the injury. defender. Failed in the medical department, the player started to arrive three hours before training, train and stay another three hours after the activities.
The Mais Querido defender stayed at Benfica from 2007 to 2011. For the team. Portuguese, the defender won Primeira Liga titles in the 2009 - 2010 season and the League Cup in the 2008-2009, 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 seasons.
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