Libertadores Round of 16 return match takes place next Thursday
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In the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo has a difficult task. Bolívar is a complicated opponent, largely due to the altitude at the Hernando Siles Stadium, in La Paz. The data of the Bolivian club playing within its domains is frightening, as the team defends a long period of unbeaten record at home.
Flamengo will play in a stadium where Bolívar hasn't lost in a year. In the group stage, Mengo was defeated by Bolívar by a score of 2-1. At Maracanã, Fla scored 2-0 in the first game. In other words, if they lose again by the same score as in the group stage, they will still advance to the quarter-finals. But the situation is dangerous.
Bolívar's last defeat at home, however, was exactly on August 22nd of last year. The date is the same as the club's meeting with Flamengo, when it will be completing a year of invincibility.
This stumble, to fill the red and black with hope, was exactly for a Brazilian in the round of 16 of the Libertadores final, same phase and current circumstances. Internacional beat Bolívar 1-0 in La Paz and advanced in the competition.
With the result 2-0 in favor, Mengão can be defeated by up to one goal that guarantees their place in the quarter-finals of the Libertadores. In case of defeat by two goals difference, which only happened once at altitude (3-1 defeat to Bolívar in 1983), the place will be decided on penalties.
Although the record playing above 2,500 meters is not one of the best, Mengão only lost by three or more goals on just one occasion. The 5-0 defeat to Independiente del Valle was the worst red-black defeat in Libertadores in 2020.
In history, 16 matches were played at 2,500 meters above sea level. There are four wins, four draws and eight defeats. In games above 3,000 meters, there are six matches played, with one victory (in the 2019 title campaign, against San José, from Bolivia, 1-0), one draw and four defeats.
The last time Rubro-Negro won a match at altitude was in 2021. The 2-3 victory against LDU had Gabigol scoring two goals and equaling Zico in the Libertadores. The other was scored by Bruno Henrique.
A big party is expected
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The fans of Flamengo are organizing another "AeroFla", a movement in which they accompany and support the team at the airport before important matches. This time, the mobilization takes place amid an atmosphere of urgency, as the club prepares for the decisive clash in Uruguay, after the 1-0 defeat to Peñarol at Maracanã, in the Copa Libertadores 2024.
Under the command of Tite, Flamengo is facing a delicate moment in the season, with the pressure to reverse the result to remain in contention. Even with the stumble at home, the red and black fans maintain their faith and tradition of showing unconditional support for the team, whether in moments of victory or crisis.
FLAMENGO HAS ANOTHER SHOW OF LOVE b>“AeroFla” is more than a simple reception at the airport. This is a manifestation of Flamengo's passion, which transcends results on the field. Fans promise to fill Tom Jobim International Airport, in Rio de Janeiro, to give the players one last incentive before leaving for Uruguay. The expectation is that thousands of red and black people will gather, singing songs and holding flags, in a clear demonstration that, in the Flamengo, the support is present "in love and hate, until the end", as is common to hear among the club's fans .
Flamengo's current scenario in the Libertadores reflects a team that, despite its star-studded squad, still seeks to consolidate a style of play under Tite's command. The defeat to Peñarol, at home, complicated life for Flamengo, who now need to win away to guarantee their classification. The fans, aware of the difficulty, do not let up and reinforce the idea that support off the field is essential for success on it.
The coach is free from the market
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The Flamengo, one of the biggest clubs in Brazilian football, is experiencing a moment of turbulence. The recent defeat to Peñarol, in the middle of Maracanã, by 1-0, during the first game of the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores, increased even more pressure on coach Tite, who had already been the target of criticism due to his poor performance. expected from the team throughout the season. With club elections scheduled for the end of the year and Tite's contract approaching the end, the coach's renewal is considered unlikely. In this scenario, Luís Castro emerges as one of the main candidates to take over Flamengo's technical command, according to details released behind the scenes.
The match against Peñarol, held last Thursday (19), was a reflection of the difficulties faced by Flamengo this season. The team performed poorly on the field, with few clear chances to score and unable to impose their game against an opponent who knew how to defend themselves well. The substitutions made by Tite throughout the match did not bring the expected impact, and Flamengo ended up being defeated at home, frustrating their fans.
The fans' dissatisfaction was evident during the game, with boos directed at the team at several moments. This behavior was not well received by everyone in the squad, especially goalkeeper Rossi. In an interview after the game, the athlete vented, stating that, during the match, the support of the fans is essential, and that booing only increases the pressure on the players at a crucial moment.
With the defeat for Peñarol, the pressure on Tite increased significantly. Since his arrival at Flamengo, the coach has been facing difficulties implementing his playing style and obtaining consistent results. The team fluctuated in important competitions and was unable to maintain the level of performance expected by a club of Flamengo's size and tradition.
The red-black goalkeeper was the best on the field in the match against Bolívar
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Flamengo didn't have many opportunities to celebrate when playing at extreme altitudes, but when they did, they owed a lot to their goalkeepers who were red-and-black heroes high in the mountains. Rossi was a fundamental part of Mais Querido's classification against Bolívar.
Rossi made seven saves during the match, including a very difficult one in the second half and was thus voted the best player on the field after the defeat by 1 to 0 against Bolívar in the 3640m in La Paz, in which Mais Querido guaranteed classification. In this way, the archer repeated a feat performed by Diego Alves in the 2019 Libertadores da América.
A curious fact that links the two in these matches is that they both played in Flamengo. Diego Alves even reposted a post on Instagram stories with a photo of him next to Rossi and praising the shirt. Another coincidence was the opposing goalkeeper: in both cases it was Lampe.
In addition to the saves and miracles, what also caught attention and fans compared and made memes on social media is the ability to cool down matches by waxing. The experienced Diego Alves has always been seen as a specialist in tying up the game. Last Thursday, Rossi gained precious seconds for the team to breathe during the ball throw-ins, which even the president of Bolívar made criticize Flamengo's Argentine goalkeeper.
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