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BANDEIRA DE MELLO AWAITS FLAMENGO ELECTIONS AND SIGNALS RETURN TO FLAMENGO "I WISH TO PARTICIPATE.."

With the elections approaching, Flamengo fans are hoping for a rich debate and proposals

18 Jun 2024 | 12:25 |

Amidst the fervent dispute for the elections for the presidency of Flamengo, former president Eduardo Bandeira de Mello published a video on social media, generating a lot of repercussion. Known for his outstanding management between 2013 and 2018, Bandeira addressed the importance of the upcoming election and the need for solid administration for the club.

In the video, when asked what his role would be in the elections and in the future management of Flamengo, Bandeira was direct: "I wish to participate in the next administration in some strategic role." This statement raised discussions among fans and the media, given that Bandeira is a very influential figure in the red and black universe.

FLAMENGO IN ELECTORAL YEAR

During his term, Bandeira de Mello was responsible for a significant financial restructuring at Flamengo. His management prioritized the payment of debts and the economic stabilization of the club, which allowed Flamengo returns to being competitive both on the national and international scene. Under his leadership, the club won the Campeonato Carioca and returned to being among the main teams in Brazil.

The elections for Flamengo's presidency are a crucial moment for the club, which always seeks to remain in the top of Brazilian and international football. The participation of influential figures such as Eduardo Bandeira de Mello could be decisive for the future of management and strategies adopted by the club. The current administration has strived to keep the team competitive, but faces criticism and challenges that make the next election even more relevant.

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FlaPress? André Rizek says the press is 'focused' on Flamengo

A journalist guarantees that the way the media treats Mengão is always in an exalted tone, which has left the fans 'spoiled'

André Rizek detonates the media's treatment of Flamengo and says the club is being treated with 'nobleness' - Photo: Reproduction/Charla Podcast

17 Set 2025 | 13:49 |

This Tuesday (16), journalist André Rizek participated in the Charla Podcast and once again gained prominence on social media when talking about Flamengo. Questioned by Bruno Cantarelli about the way the press treats the club , the SporTV presenter pointed out what he considers a “bad habit” of the red-black fan.

André Rizek: "Flamengo has a noble treatment"

According to Rizek, over the years, the media has created a culture in which the spotlight focuses on Flamengo , while rivals with similar achievements don't receive the same recognition. This behavior, he says, has accustomed fans to always expecting "noble treatment."

"When I came to live in Rio de Janeiro in 2010, my first shock was the media coverage. The first thing I noticed was that Flamengo gets a noble treatment. For example, if Flamengo wins the Guanabara Cup: 'Guanabara belongs to Mengão!' Then Botafogo wins the State Championship: 'Botafogo wins an empty State Championship.' Wait, something's different," said the journalist.

“FLACENTRISM” AND THE ROLE OF THE PRESS

Rizek also cited recent examples to illustrate his point. According to him, any praise given to players from other clubs invariably generates comparisons with Flamengo , as when he praised Jhon Arias when he was still a Fluminense player.

"I said that Jhon Arias was, in my opinion, the best and most complete player active in Brazil. 'But what about Arrasca?' I wasn't talking about Flamengo, I was talking about Arias. You can't praise anything outside of Flamengo. A media culture has been created in Brazil that says: 'To Flamengo, everything; to others, beatings, mockery, belittling, and disrespect.' Flamengo is the most popular club in Brazil, a very powerful brand . But the others also need to be treated with respect," he added.

PROTAGONISM IN THE MEDIA

Despite the criticism, it's worth noting that part of this impact also stems from the engagement of rival fans, a phenomenon dubbed "Flacentrism" by the nation. Since 2019, any prominent team in Brazilian football has been compared to Jorge Jesus' historic team , such as Botafogo in 2024 or Abel Ferreira's Palmeiras. The same goes for players: every prominent number 10 in the country ends up being measured against Arrascaeta.

Because of its successful history and the strength of its fans, Flamengo tends to maintain a privileged position in the media . However, how this prominence is constructed is also influenced by the behavior of fans of other teams.

BANDEIRA DE MELLO AWAITS FLAMENGO ELECTIONS AND SIGNALS RETURN TO FLAMENGO "I WISH TO PARTICIPATE.."