BCLA - PAIAS X FLAMENGO | Live - 03/09

Flamengo beat Juventude this Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in Caxias do Sul (RS). The Rio de Janeiro team won 2-0 away from home and broke a 28-year winless streak at the stadium.

Juventude started the match with intensity at Alfredo Jaconi, exploiting Nenê's set pieces and posing a threat to Rossi's goal. Gradually, Flamengo adjusted its defense and began to control possession. The goal came in the 31st minute, when Saúl delivered a precise cross and Arrascaeta headed the ball into the back of the net, opening the scoring for the Rio de Janeiro team.

ROSSI HOLDS THE ADVANTAGE

After the break, Juventude increased the pressure, creating chances from balls lofted into the box. In one of the most dangerous plays, Rossi made two consecutive saves on rebounds before the referee ruled the play offside . Even under pressure, Juventude maintained a solid stance to manage the result.

Flamengo 's second goal came in the second half. In the 41st minute, Allan delivered a beautiful cross from the edge of the box, finding Emerson Royal almost in Jandrei's penalty area. The full-back headed it firmly into the net, extending the Flamengo's lead.

VICTORY CONSOLIDATES LEADERSHIP

With goals from Arrascaeta and Emerson Royal, Mengão achieved another away victory and maintained its lead in the Brazilian Championship, increasing the gap to its direct rivals before its next Copa Libertadores match.

It is worth remembering that Mais Querido returns to the field next Thursday (18), at Maracanã. The Rio de Janeiro team faces Estudiantes in the first game of the Libertadores quarterfinals , where Flamengo is looking for its fourth championship.

Goalkeeper Gabriel Grando, 25 , who came through Grêmio's youth ranks, has become one of the most talked about names on the market after losing his place with the arrival of experienced goalkeeper Tiago Volpi.

Seeking more opportunities to play from 2026 onwards, the player recently rejected a renewal proposal with the Rio Grande do Sul club , whose current contract runs until December 2026. The board is already admitting to negotiating him permanently after failed attempts at an agreement.

FLAMENGO'S NEED FOR GOAL

Grando's name has gained traction at Flamengo , given the need for a replacement in the squad. Matheus Cunha signed a pre-contract with Cruzeiro and will play for the Minas Gerais team next season, opening a gap in the Flamengo goalkeeping team.

Internally, the Grêmio goalkeeper is highly regarded by the Rio de Janeiro coaching staff, according to several local portals that monitor the Rio de Janeiro club's transfer market activity. Flamengo thus sees a strategic signing opportunity.

MARKET OPPORTUNITY

Standing at 6'4" and with experience in national competitions, Grando emerges as a promising alternative to fill the shoes of Matheus Cunha. The Mais Querido's interest reinforces the search for another athlete to compete with Rossi.

Information gathered by Jorge Nicola indicates that there is no environment conducive to a possible return for Gerson to Flamengo . The relationship between the player's representatives and the club has remained strained since his turbulent departure to Russian football, making any negotiations impossible at this time.

According to the journalist, if Gerson returns to Brazilian football, Palmeiras and Botafogo are considered potential interested parties. There's also the possibility of another move from Saudi Arabia, a market that already attempted to sign the midfielder before his move to Zenit.

MARKET VALUE

Valued at €25 million (approximately R$157 million) , the player has a strong relationship with Zenit, which has no intention of negotiating him at this time. This amount corresponds to the release clause paid to Mengão for his transfer. So far, there are no records of official offers from Brazilian clubs for the player.

BOTO WORKS FOR RENEWALS

While Gerson continues his journey in Russian football, Flamengo's board is focusing its efforts on specific renewals. José Boto is working to extend Uruguayan Giorgian De Arrascaeta's contract until 2028.

Furthermore, the manager is trying to unlock negotiations with Filipe Luís to ensure his continued coaching tenure . The initial offer was rejected, and the coach is demanding a salary increase to extend his contract.