Soccer
03 Nov 2023 | 23:58 |
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Botafogo continues to face difficulties in the 2023 Brazilian Championship, and the latest defeat to Palmeiras on Wednesday (01) brought to light a controversial incident involving the club's SAF owner, John Textor. The words of "theft" and "corruption" he spoke against the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) generated an intense debate in the world of football. However, Textor's reaction resulted in a 30-day suspension, decreed by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD).
This Friday (03), the STJD decided to punish John Textor due to the serious accusations made by the Botafogo director against the highest entity in Brazilian football. In addition to him, the club's vice-president, Vinícius Assumpção, also received a suspension. The measure was taken based on Article 35 of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD), which establishes that preventive suspension can occur when the seriousness of the infraction justifies the measure or in exceptional situations and justified need, as long as it is requested by the Public Prosecutor's Office. .
Recalling the incident, John Textor expressed his outrage after Botafogo's defeat to Palmeiras, claiming that a red card would have changed the course of the game. He used strong words, stating that it was "theft" and "corruption" and even calling for the resignation of the president of the CBF, Ednaldo Rodrigues. The statements sparked discussion about the fairness of the championship and the impartiality of arbitration decisions.
Botafogo has been noted for its frequent complaints during the Brazilian Championship, which has generated criticism from fans of other teams on social media. social groups, dubbing the club "crybaby". The situation worsened after the 2-1 defeat to Flamengo at the Nilton Santos Stadium. The constant outbursts and accusations of unfairness in matches have generated controversy and polarization in the sporting scene.
Meanwhile, in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo remains nine points behind Botafogo in the league table. Even with the recent defeat to Santos, Mengo keeps its search for a place in the G-4 of the Brasileirão alive. This classification would guarantee direct participation in the main phase of the Copa Libertadores da América in 2024, one of the red-black club's priority objectives.
In this context, the controversies surrounding Botafogo and the disciplinary actions taken by the STJD highlight the importance of ethics and respect in sport. Inflammatory statements and unsubstantiated accusations can harm the integrity of the competition and the reputation of the clubs and officials involved. With the final stretch of the Brazilian Championship approaching, it is essential that all parties involved act responsibly and respect the established rules, guaranteeing the impartiality and integrity of the tournament. Rivalry in football is healthy, but it must be expressed in a respectful and loyal way, preserving the sporting spirit that fans across the country are so passionate about.
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The red-and-black team has the second most valuable squad in the competition, while Argentina has the second cheapest squad among those who qualified.
18 Set 2025 | 16:59 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18) to face Estudiantes (ARG) in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. The clash pits one of the most expensive squads in the tournament against one of the most financially modest.
According to data from the specialized website ' Transfermarkt ', Estudiantes has the second least valuable squad among those qualified for the quarterfinals, valued at 45.6 million euros (approximately R$283.8 million). Flamengo is at the other end of the list: it has the second most expensive squad in the competition, estimated at 195.1 million euros (approximately R$1.2 billion), behind only Palmeiras.
Flamengo advanced to the quarterfinals after eliminating Internacional in the round of 16, winning both matches. Estudiantes secured their spot by defeating Cerro Porteño (Pará), winning away from home and drawing in La Plata . This Thursday's match promises to test the value of their investment against the Argentines' tradition.
Flamengo defenders João Victor and Iago are among the 21 players called up by Ramon Menezes to represent Brazil at the U-20 World Cup
18 Set 2025 | 16:43 |
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Flamengo U-20 will be represented at the World Cup by two players. Coach Ramon Menezes called up, this Thursday (18), defenders João Victor and Iago to defend the Brazilian National Team in the tournament. The competition will be held in Chile between September 27 and October 19.
Brazil is in Group C of the U-20 World Cup and will face Mexico, Morocco, and Spain in the initial phase. A total of 24 teams participate in the competition, divided into six groups of four teams each. The top two teams in each group and the four best third-place teams advance to the round of 16. From this stage onward, the matches become knockout until the title is decided.
Goalkeepers: Felipe Longo ( Corinthians ), Lucas Furtado (Vitória-POR) and Otávio (Cruzeiro).
Defenders: Gilberto (Palmeiras), Igor Serrote (Al Jazira-UAE), Leandrinho (Vasco), Léo Derik (Athletico-PR), Bruno Alves (Cruzeiro), Iago (Flamengo) and João Victor ( Flamengo ).
Midfielders: Coutinho (Palmeiras), João Cruz (Athletico-PR), Murilo (Cruzeiro), Rayan Lucas (Sporting-POR) and Rhuan Gabriel (Cruzeiro).
Forwards: Deivid Washington (Chelsea-ING), Erick Belé (Palmeiras), Gustavo Prado (Internacional), Luighi (Palmeiras), Pedrinho (Zenit-RUS) and Wesley (Al Nassr-SAU).
Mengão striker blasted the refereeing in the 1-0 defeat against São Paulo that led to elimination from the national competition
18 Set 2025 | 16:00 |
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Flamengo said goodbye to the Women's Copa do Brasil this Wednesday (17), after a 1-0 defeat to São Paulo, in the quarterfinals of the tournament. After the final whistle, striker Cristiane spoke out and made harsh criticisms of the refereeing.
Flamengo's Cristiane, after elimination from the Copa do Brasil: "It was biased refereeing"
"Everyone saw today's match , no need to even talk about it. The refereeing was biased, and it also went wrong in São Paulo's favor. But when the refereeing ends up deciding the match, it gets complicated . I don't know the choices made for a game as big as this, Flamengo vs. São Paulo," the player declared.
She continued: " Unfortunately, today had a big impact on us . We've made significant progress compared to the beginning of the year, that's clear. But when the refereeing has a direct impact, it gets difficult," Cristiane concluded.
The first half of the derby was evenly matched. São Paulo started better, but after 20 minutes, Flamengo began to control possession. Even so, neither team managed to score before halftime . In the second half, the São Paulo team came back with more intensity and capitalized on a defensive lapse. Duda Serrana appeared unmarked to score the winning goal and secure the tricolor's place in the semifinals.
After being eliminated from the Copa do Brasil, the Meninas da Gávea return to the field this Saturday (20), for their debut in the Campeonato Carioca, against Búzios, at 3 pm (Brasília time). Flamengo is the current state champion and holds the hegemony in women's football in Rio , with eight titles won so far.
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