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FULL HOUSE! CHECK OUT THE PARTIALS OF FLAMENGO - RB BRAGANTINO THIS THURSDAY

With an exciting sale of 41,500 tickets in just over four days, Mengão fans once again show their unwavering strength and passion

Photo: Flamengo
Photo: Flamengo

20 Nov 2023 | 13:01 |

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With contagious enthusiasm, Flamengo fans do not disappoint when it comes to supporting the team. In a short period of just over four days, no less than 41,500 tickets were quickly purchased for the highly anticipated clash between Flamengo and Bragantino, scheduled to take place as a delayed game in the 30th round of the Brasileirão. The highlight is the Setor Norte of Maracanã, where the red and black passion reached its peak.


In this period of time, tickets for this area have already sold out, demonstrating the voracity of the Flamengo Nation to be present and make its voice echo in the grandiose stadium.A The variety of ticket prices allowed fans of different profiles to guarantee their place in the stands. With prices ranging between R$45 and R$750, both aimed at the general public, the club sought to provide accessible and exclusive options, aligning itself with the diversity of its vast fan base.


This phenomenon is not just a reflection of the fans' commitment, but it also highlights the importance that matches like this have on the national sporting scene. Flamengo and Bragantino, two prominent teams, promise an electrifying spectacle that attracts fans from all over the country. Maracanã, the stage for so much glory and emotion, will witness another chapter of this intense rivalry.


With the significant ticket sales, the atmosphere in the stands promises to be fervent, encouraging the players to do their best on the field. The clash takes on even more interesting contours as it is a late game, adding an element of urgency to the competition. In the eyes of the fans, each point becomes vital at this stage of the championship, which intensifies the atmosphere of expectation and emotion surrounding the confrontation.

It is noteworthy that this race for tickets not only reflects love of fans for the sport, but it also highlights the gradual resumption of normality in sporting events, after challenging periods that impacted the global sporting scenario. The rapid sale of tickets can also be interpreted as a sign of confidence and optimism among fans in relation to the capacity of the Flamengo in achieving positive results. Unconditional support is a trademark of the Rubro-Negra Nation, and the significant numbers of ticket sales only reinforce this unique connection between club and fans.


In short, the clash between Flamengo and Bragantino, in addition to Being a decisive confrontation in the context of the Brasileirão, it has become a phenomenon that transcends the playing field. It is a celebration of passion, fervent support and the gradual resumption of normality in Brazilian stadiums. As the day of the game approaches, anxiety and expectation only increase, promising a memorable spectacle for those who will be present and for everyone who follows.


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Injured, Alex Sandro already knows when he will be able to return to Flamengo

Out since Mais Querido's rout of Vitória, the full-back underwent treatment on his calf and should reinforce Mengão in the knockout round debut.

Alex Sandro is expected to reinforce Flamengo against Estudiantes in the Libertadores after a muscle injury - photo: reproduction
Alex Sandro is expected to reinforce Flamengo against Estudiantes in the Libertadores after a muscle injury - photo: reproduction

05 Set 2025 | 23:21 |

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Left-back Alex Sandro is expected to return to action on September 18, when Flamengo faces Estudiantes, from Argentina, in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time).


According to information from SBT Rio journalist Venê Casagrande, the player is being prepared by the medical department to be available for Filipe Luís. Besides him, the coach also has Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña as options for the position.


DETAILS OF THE INJURY SUFFERED


In Flamengo 's 8-0 rout of Vitória, Alex Sandro had to be substituted in the 24th minute of the first half after experiencing pain in his left calf . Uruguayan Viña came on in his place and completed the match.

In an official statement, the club explained the situation: " Athlete Alex Sandro, substituted in the first half of the match against Vitória, underwent an MRI scan . The results revealed a muscle injury in his left calf. The player has already begun treatment under the supervision of Flamengo's medical department," the team reported.


INJURY ALSO PREVENTED CALL-UP

The severity of the injury also forced Alex Sandro out of Carlo Ancelotti's squad for the Brazilian national team. In the full-back's absence, Brazil defeated Chile 3-0 and now prepares to face Bolivia at altitude in the next round.


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Missing Flamengo? Zenit defender updates Gerson's situation in Russia

After the Russian team paid the 25 million euro release clause, the midfielder left Mais Querido and has already played six games for the Russian club.

Gerson leaves Flamengo for Zenit after paying the release clause, with Douglas Santos ensuring a quick adaptation and happiness at the Russian club - photo: reproduction
Gerson leaves Flamengo for Zenit after paying the release clause, with Douglas Santos ensuring a quick adaptation and happiness at the Russian club - photo: reproduction

05 Set 2025 | 23:12 |

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Flamengo officially announced Gerson 's departure on July 4, 2025, after Zenit of Russia paid the player's release clause . Since then, some Flamengo fans have questioned whether the midfielder was satisfied with the move. Teammate Douglas Santos, full-back at the Russian club, assured that the "Joker" is happy with the new phase of his career.


" Zenit is a great club that welcomes foreign players very well. I've been there for six years, and they've been improving this every year. They're even learning Portuguese to welcome Brazilians. Gerson was definitely welcomed and is happy ," said Douglas Santos in an interview in the mixed zone.


Introduced shortly after the FIFA Club World Cup, Gerson has already played six matches wearing the number 9 jersey for Zenit. So far, he has yet to score or provide any assists. The midfielder has started four matches, totaling 341 minutes on the pitch.


GERSON'S VICTORIOUS TRAJECTORY

Before his transfer, Gerson had spent more than two years in his second stint at Gávea. In total, he played 253 matches, scoring 19 goals and providing 34 assists. During his time there, he won major titles: a Libertadores, two Brazilian Championships, a Copa do Brasil, four Cariocas, three Brazilian Super Cups, and a Recopa Sudamericana.


AMOUNT OF TERMINATION FINE

Gerson 's departure was for a fee of €25 million (approximately R$160 million). The sum represented one of the largest transfers Mengão has received in recent years, but it didn't lessen the weight of the departure of one of the team's technical leaders.


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Flamengo's U-20 World Cup hero goalkeeper receives praise from Taffarel in the National Team

Carlo Ancelotti called up the 18-year-old for the national team's training sessions in Teresópolis and the Mengão goalkeeper was praised by the world champion goalkeeper

Léo Nanneti, Flamengo's 18-year-old goalkeeper, was praised by Taffarel during the Brazilian National Team's training session in Teresópolis - photo: reproduction
Léo Nanneti, Flamengo's 18-year-old goalkeeper, was praised by Taffarel during the Brazilian National Team's training session in Teresópolis - photo: reproduction

05 Set 2025 | 19:02 |

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Coach Carlo Ancelotti has selected five athletes from the youth ranks of Rio de Janeiro clubs to participate in the Brazilian national team's training session in Teresópolis. Among those selected is Léo Nanneti, Flamengo's goalkeeper, who shone in the Under-20 Intercontinental Cup victory over Barcelona.


During a press conference, four-time world champion and current goalkeeping coach for the Brazilian national team, Taffarel , made a point of joking and praising the young Flamengo player. " I didn't like him. I didn't like him because in the first training session he asked me to put gloves on him (laughs) ," he said before concluding.


" You know those gloves that are really tight? You can put one on and you can't put the other on. He said, 'Professor, can you put the glove on with me?' I said, 'Get out of here now' (laughs). I'm a coach, I'm not a glove fitter," he said in a relaxed tone.


ADMIRATION OF TAFAREL BY YOUNG MAN

Tafarel then revealed his admiration for the youngster: " He's a really cool kid. I didn't even realize he was the goalkeeper in that final (of the U-20 World Cup). I was really happy he came here with us; he has great potential. I liked him, especially because he's an 18-year-old kid, but he already has a real professional attitude. I'm sure he'll bring a lot of joy to Flamengo," he concluded.


RED-BLACK PROMISE

Léo Nanneti, who came through Flamengo 's youth ranks since the U-9s, is considered one of the club's brightest prospects. A key player in the U-20 World Cup final, the goalkeeper saved two penalty kicks against Barcelona , securing the title for Mengão.


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