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04 Nov 2024 | 15:35 |
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Journalist André Rizek, in his participation on the Seleção Sportv program, highlighted Gabigol's performance as one of the most memorable he has ever witnessed. In the confrontation between Flamengo and Atlético Mineiro, Gabriel Barbosa not only showed his talent coach, but also inspired the fans at Maracanã, leading the team to a crucial victory. This striker's performance was compared to great historical performances that Rizek has witnessed, such as those of Zidane in 2006 and Giovanni in 1995.
For Rizek, Gabigol's performance at Maracanã transcended the technical aspect, marking a turnaround in Flamengo's season. The player played a fundamental role in the victory over Atlético Mineiro, firing up the fans and reversing the atmosphere on the field. This moment, according to the journalist, goes beyond statistics, representing a watershed for the team and being an example of leadership and commitment to the club.
FLAMENGO HAS THE RETURN OF ITS DECISIVE ATTACKER
André Rizek, who followed several notable matches, highlighted that Gabigol's performance is on the same level as football icons. The Flamengo striker's performance was compared to Zidane's against Brazil in 2006 and Giovanni's for Santos against Fluminense in 1995. For Rizek, moments like this in football are rare, but they mark the history of clubs and players, creating memories that last. Rizek said: "I, as a lifelong reporter, have already given a lot of marks to players, and some performances stood out to me: Zidane in Brazil x France, in 2006, Giovanni in Santos x Fluminense, in 1995, and I put Gabigol's performance as one of the most important I've ever seen at the stadium, not only for technical reasons, but also for the way he set the Maracanã on fire, the turnaround he gives to the season, because it was a final, against Galo, the weight he had... Yesterday, I saw the story right under my nose at Maracanã."
Impact on the fans and at Maracanã In addition to its technical contribution, Gabigol managed to rekindle the passion of Flamengo fans at Maracanã. During the match, the stadium transformed into a true cauldron, with fans responding to Gabigol's intensity on the field. The impact was so great that Flamengo fans left the stadium even more united and confident for the rest of the season, seeing in Gabigol a symbol of overcoming and dedication to the team.
A CHOKING FLAMENGO
Weight of the match against Atlético Mineiro The importance of the match against Atlético Mineiro was another element that highlighted Gabigol's performance. The game was not just about any victory, but rather a final for Flamengo, who needed the victory to remain strong in the competition. Rizek highlighted that Gabigol's presence, added to his performance on the field, gave Flamengo the confidence necessary to continue in the tournament and, perhaps, in the search for titles.
Mengão takes victory to the return game against the Argentines that takes place on the 25th, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi stadium
18 Set 2025 | 23:24 |
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Flamengo defeated Argentina's Estudiantes 2-1 at the Maracanã Stadium . The red-and-black team decided the match in the first half with goals from Pedro and Varela. Mengão gave Estudiantes no time to breathe in Rio de Janeiro with a lightning goal.
Just 15 seconds in, Pedro capitalized on a pass from Plata, turned on his marker, and fired a left-footed shot to open the scoring. The quick goal undermined Argentina's strategy and galvanized the Rio de Janeiro team, who continued to press. A few minutes later, Ayrton Lucas crossed from the left and Varela hit a beautiful volley into Muslera's corner, extending the red-and-blacks' lead in the first half.
Even with a two-goal lead, Flamengo maintained control and nearly made it three with Pedro, whose shot was spectacularly saved by the Uruguayan goalkeeper. Estudiantes , for their part, barely threatened Rossi's goal and only managed to partially level the score in the final minutes of the first half . The feeling at Maracanã was that the 2-0 scoreline was a cheap one for the visitors.
In the second half, the pace dropped. Coach Eduardo Domínguez made substitutions, trying to give the Argentine team more momentum, but he ran into the red-and-black defense. The match was not without its tense moments, with cards for Saúl, Samuel Lino, and Alexis Castro, and Plata's sending-off after a second yellow card in a dispute with Facundo Rodríguez . At the end of the second half, Estudiantes scored in the 46th minute to leave the match open in Argentina.
With the 2-1 victory, Flamengo takes the lead in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. The return leg is scheduled for the 25th, at 9:30 pm, at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in Argentina. Before that, the team led by Tite faces Vasco next Sunday (21), for the Brazilian Championship, again at Maracanã.
Striker scores after 14 seconds against Estudiantes, surpassing the records of former players and consolidating himself as one of the club's top scorers
18 Set 2025 | 22:53 |
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Forward Pedro needed just 14 seconds to open the scoring for Flamengo against Estudiantes in a Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match. The lightning strike became the Rubro-Negro's fastest goal in the competition's history , surpassing Gerson's record and also surpassing Lucas Paquetá's historic mark, which held the club's fastest goal in an official match.
Until then, Flamengo 's fastest goal in the Libertadores was Gerson's, who had scored after 56 seconds against Bolívar, in 2024. Even so, in the current edition of the tournament, Pedro's goal was the second fastest overall , behind only Artur's goal, from Botafogo, which shook the net against LDU after 13 seconds in the round of 16.
293 games
148 goals
35 assists
According to an investigation by Gazeta do Urubu, the club's board intends to renew the contracts of Filipe Luís and Arrascaeta in 2025. Pedro and goalkeeper Rossi are expected to have their contracts extended next season. Internally, there's no sign of the striker's dissatisfaction with the club.
After beating Estudiantes at Maracanã this Thursday (18), Mengão faces Vasco next Sunday (21), for the Brazilian Championship. The match takes place again at the Rio de Janeiro team's stadium.
The striker opens the scoring against Estudiantes at a packed Maracanã stadium, reaching his 150th goal in the red and black jersey and consolidating an important milestone in the Libertadores Cup
18 Set 2025 | 22:37 |
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Flamengo won an important chapter this Wednesday (18), in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores . After just 15 seconds, Pedro scored against Estudiantes at a packed Maracanã, opening the scoring for the Rio de Janeiro team. The goal not only guaranteed an initial advantage in the duel but also marked the striker's 150th goal with the red-black shirt , equaling Bebeto in eighth place among the greatest scorers in the club's history.
The goal against Argentina also represented Pedro's 26th for Flamengo in the Copa Libertadores, a figure that puts him behind only Gabigol, with 30 goals, in the club's all-time rankings in the tournament . Furthermore, the number 9 became the third-highest Brazilian scorer in the continental competition.
According to information obtained by Gazeta do Urubu, the club's management intends to renew the contracts of Filipe Luís and Arrascaeta in 2025. Pedro and goalkeeper Rossi are expected to have their contracts extended next season . Internally, there is no dissatisfaction surrounding the number 9.
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