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Botafogo-PB will only make 10% of the tickets available to Flamengo fans

The team from Paraíba decided that its fans will be the majority at the Almeidão stadium, in a match against Mais Querido for the Copa do Brasil

Botafogo-PB decided that its fans will be the majority at the Almeidão stadium, in a match against Flamengo (Reproduction/ PMPB)
Botafogo-PB decided that its fans will be the majority at the Almeidão stadium, in a match against Flamengo (Reproduction/ PMPB)

16 Abr 2025 | 07:25 |

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In a draw held at the CBF headquarters, it was decided that Flamengo will face Botafogo-PB , from Paraíba, in the third phase of the 2025 Copa do Brasil. With a large fan base in the northeast, the Mais Querido will not be able to receive all the support it expected at the Almeidão stadium. This is because the rival team will only make 10% of the tickets available to the red-blacks.


Exactly. The charge (of 10%) is maintained for them (Flamengo). We are waiting for our fans to fill the stadium ”, said the CEO of SAF Botafogo-PB, Alexandre Gallo, in an interview with 'Arena Correio'.


It is worth remembering that Botafogo-PB can only make 10% of its ticket sales available to visitors, as is permitted by the CBF's General Competition Regulations (RGC). Thus, the Mais Querido can practice the reciprocity policy in the return game, at Maracanã.


FIRST AND LAST KICKS

The CBF has not yet defined the dates of the matches, but the first leg, at Almeidão, will take place on April 30 or May 1. The return leg, at Maracanã, will be on the week of May 21. It is worth noting that Mais Querido will make its debut in the current edition of the Copa do Brasil, while Botafogo-PB started in the first phase.


FLAMENGO HAS THE BIGGEST FAN FOLLOWING IN PARAÍBA

Flamengo fans will therefore have a hard time getting tickets for the Copa do Brasil game in João Pessoa. According to a survey by Anova, published in early April, the state has more than 50% of Flamengo fans. Corinthians comes in second with 11.5%; and Palmeiras is third, with 8.7%.

ABOUT THAT...

While the CBF has not set the dates for the first and second leg matches of the Copa do Brasil, Flamengo remains focused on the next commitments of the season. Thus, Mais Querido faces Juventude this Wednesday (16), at 9:30 pm , for the fourth round of the Brasileirão.


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Will it pass? Psychic predicts the winner of the Flamengo vs. Atlético-MG match

In search of qualification, Galo plays with the advantage of a draw, while Mais Querido needs to win away from home; spiritual forecast points to balance

Atlético-MG and Flamengo duel for a spot in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals; spiritual forecast indicates balance with slight favoritism for Minas Gerais - photo: reproduction
Atlético-MG and Flamengo duel for a spot in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals; spiritual forecast indicates balance with slight favoritism for Minas Gerais - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 20:34 |

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Atlético-MG and Flamengo face each other again this Wednesday (6), at 7 pm (Brasília time), in a match valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The match will be held at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte , with live broadcast on the Premiere and Sportv channels.


In the first leg, played at Maracanã, Galo won 1-0, which guarantees them the advantage of playing for a draw . Meanwhile, the Rio de Janeiro Red-Black team needs a simple victory to take the decision to penalties or win by two goals to guarantee direct qualification.


Psychic Reveals Letters


Psychic Luiz Filho, known for his channel Renascer das Cartas, shared his spiritual predictions for the clash between the Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro teams. According to him, the cards reveal a balanced outlook, but slightly favorable to the home team . " Atlético-MG came with the High Priestess card. This indicates a good understanding of the game and strategic preparation. The club will know how to capitalize on the result and turn it into an advantage," said the psychic.

For the Mais Querido side , the reading was less comfortable : " Flamengo also has a difficult card, which is the "Hanged Man" card, of resilience. They'll need to use their creative side. I see a lot of balance; Atlético-MG will have a good start. Flamengo may struggle, but they'll have a lethal outcome. However, I see more possibilities for Atlético-MG."


RETROSPECT BETWEEN ATLÉTICO AND FLAMENGO

2006 (Quarterfinals): Fla 4x1 (Maracanã) / 0x0 (Mineirão) – Flamengo advanced

2014 (Semifinal): Fla 2x0 (Maracanã) / Atlético 4x1 (Mineirão) – Atlético advanced

2022 (Round of 16): Atlético 2x1 (Mineirão) / Fla 2x0 (Maracanã) – Flamengo advanced

2024 (Final): Flamengo champion.


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Flamengo vs Atlético-MG - where to watch, probable lineup and decision time

Galo plays with the advantage of a draw after winning at Maracanã, while Mais Querido needs to reverse the score and has important absences

Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at Arena MRV in a decisive match of the Copa do Brasil; the red-and-black team needs to win away from home - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at Arena MRV in a decisive match of the Copa do Brasil; the red-and-black team needs to win away from home - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 19:45 |

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Atlético-MG and Flamengo face off this Wednesday (6) in a decisive duel for the round of 16 of the 2025 Copa do Brasil. The match takes place at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte , and will be broadcast live on Sportv and Premiere.


In the first leg, played at Maracanã, the Minas Gerais team won 1-0 and now has the advantage of a draw to secure qualification for the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Rubro-Negro , coached by Filipe Luís, needs a simple one-goal victory to take the final to penalties. A win by two or more goals will advance directly to the next stage of the tournament.


ATLÉTICO-MG IN GOOD PHASE


Atlético is in good form. Cuca's team has won its last two matches. First, it beat Flamengo 1-0 in the first leg of the round of 16, despite playing away from home. Last weekend, in a Brazilian Championship match, the Minas Gerais team dominated Red Bull Bragantino and emerged with a 2-1 victory.

FLAMENGO HAS SHORTAGES


On the red-and-black side, coach Filipe Luís will have to deal with important absences. Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo are not on the roster due to workload constraints, a result of the season's backlog of matches. Flamengo 's mission will be to win with authority away from home to maintain its chance of winning another Copa do Brasil title. The club has won the title in 1990, 2006, 2013, 2022, and 2024.

MATCH DETAILS

📅 Date and time: Wednesday, August 6th, at 7pm (Brasília time)

📍 Location: MRV Arena, Belo Horizonte (MG)

📺 Live broadcast: Sportv and Premiere

🟨 Referee: Rafael Rodrigo Klein (RS)

🚩 Assistants: Bruno Raphael Pires (GO) and Rafael da Silva Alves (RS)

🖥️ VAR: Wagner Reway (SC)

PROBABLE LINEUPS

Atlético-MG (Coach: Cuca) Everson; Saravia, Lyanco, Alonso and Arana (Scarpa); Alexsander, Alan Franco, Scarpa (Igor Gomes); Ron, Hulk and Cuello.

Flamengo (Coach: Filipe Luis) Rossi; Emerson Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino and Pedro.


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Arsenal sets price for Gabriel Jesus, striker being approached by Flamengo

The Brazilian national team striker's name was speculated on Mais Querido, but transfer fees and salary make the deal unfeasible.

Flamengo probes and evaluates Gabriel Jesus' situation, but high cost and European salary make the deal unfeasible - photo: reproduction
Flamengo probes and evaluates Gabriel Jesus' situation, but high cost and European salary make the deal unfeasible - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 18:40 |

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Given Flamengo's recent difficulties in signing a new number 9, a speculated name has resurfaced among fans: Gabriel Jesus . The Brazilian national team striker, currently at Arsenal in England, has reportedly been placed on the London club's transfer list for the next transfer window.


The asking price is around £30 million (approximately R$191 million at the current exchange rate) . The push for attacking reinforcements gained momentum after rejections from players like Lucas Beltrán and Mehdi Taremi, who opted to remain in European football.


ASTRONOMICAL MARKET VALUE AND WAGES


Despite being one of the most mentioned names by fans on social media and specialized forums, Gabriel Jesus' arrival in Brazilian football is considered extremely unlikely at this time. Arsenal's proposed fee is far above the financial reality of South American football, even for a club with significant investment power like Flamengo .

In addition to the high transfer fee required, the player's current salary—comparable to Premier League standards—would pose an even greater challenge. The English club, seeking to balance its finances and make room for reinforcements in other positions, sees the Brazilian striker as one of its main bargaining chips in the next window.


FLAMENGO REMAINS ON THE MARKET

Flamengo 's board continues to monitor the market for a center forward who fits the profile desired by Filipe Luís's coaching staff. After frustrations in negotiations with players who opted to remain on the Old Continent, the club is seeking viable alternatives that can strengthen the squad without compromising its financial planning.


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