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31 Jan 2024 | 19:14 |
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On Saturday afternoon, an intense storm challenges the passion of Flamengo fans who planned to fill Maracanã to support the team in yet another exciting contest. The volume of rain recorded in the region is surprisingly high, transforming the journey to the gym into a true odyssey.
Withdrawals and shattered expectations
With tickets already purchased, many fans find themselves forced to to withdraw from the long-awaited match due to adverse weather conditions. The initial enthusiasm is replaced by frustration, while the dilemma between love for the team and the elements of nature becomes inevitable.
Social networks are filled with reports of withdrawals and images that capture the intensity of the rain that falls on the city. Loyalty to the red and black team is unquestionable, but safety and comfort also become paramount concerns in the face of such a challenging weather scenario.
Chaos in the Streets: The Crossing to Passion
Arriving at Maracanã becomes a true test of endurance for the most determined fans. Flooded streets, chaotic traffic and unpredictable delays mark the journey of those looking to experience the emotion of football even under the relentless forces of nature. Solidarity among fans emerges amid the chaos. Groups form to face the challenges of the journey together, transforming adversity into a shared experience of resilience and camaraderie. Flamengo's colors stand out not only in the uniforms, but also in the unity of the Red-Black Nation in the face of adversity.
Reflections on Football and Nature
The climate situation raises questions broader views on the relationship between sport and nature. How to reconcile the passion for football with the increasing unpredictability of the weather? Climate change and its impacts are present, posing a challenge not only to fans, but also to authorities and organizations involved in holding sporting events.
Conclusion: The Rubro-Negro Heart Overcomes Adversities
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In the face of the unforeseen, one certainty prevails: the strength of the red and black heart overcomes adversity. Whether facing intense rain or logistical challenges, the passion for Flamengo transcends the barriers imposed by the weather. Each fan who persists on the journey, facing the elements, represents not only devotion to the sport, but also resilience in the face of natural uncertainties.
Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, the Red-Negra Nation unites in around what really matters: celebrating the passion for Flamengo. And, even under heavy rain, Maracanã is preparing to welcome those whose love for the club is capable of overcoming any storm.
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Mengão's football director details negotiations with Spanish midfielder and time zone challenges to close deal with European club
07 Out 2025 | 14:44 |
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Flamengo's football director, José Boto , revealed previously unpublished details about the signing of midfielder Saúl Ñíguez. In an interview with Portuguese newspaper Record , the director said he had to stay up all night to get the player off a private flight from a Turkish club and secure his arrival in Rio de Janeiro.
According to Boto , the negotiations faced an additional complication: the time difference between Brazil and Spain. " When you do business with Europe, you have the time zone issue. In this case, it was a five-hour time difference to Spain, and that forced me, right after a game, to stay up all night to close the deal at almost five in the morning in Brazil," he said.
Even without scoring his first goal for the Red-Blacks, the Spanish midfielder has already established himself as a solid presence in the team. He has played 13 games, the first three as a substitute and the following ten as a starter , earning two cautions and one assist. His performance has helped solidify the central midfield.
Midfielder Saúl Ñíguez was left out of the match against Bahia last Sunday (5), due to pain in his left ankle. Despite the absence, the coaching staff is not afraid that the player will be left out of the team's next match.
With Saúl available, Flamengo returns to action on October 15th, facing Botafogo at 7:30 pm at Nilton Santos Stadium in the 28th round of the competition. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere (a cable channel).
After the FIFA World Cup break, the Chilean midfielder is close to returning to the pitch and could be a new addition to Filipe Luís's squad for the match on October 15th.
07 Out 2025 | 13:15 |
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Flamengo returns to action on October 15th , following the FIFA World Cup break. During the period without matches, between the 6th and 14th, coach Filipe Luís is closely monitoring the recovery of midfielder Erick Pulgar , who could be the team's biggest boost for the derby against Botafogo.
The Chilean is recovering from a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot, suffered during the Club World Cup against Bayern Munich. He has not played for the Red-Blacks since then . The rehabilitation process, monitored by the medical department and the coaching staff, has shown positive progress.
Pulgar is already undergoing physical reconditioning activities and has been participating in specific sessions at Ninho do Urubu, focusing on regaining rhythm and strengthening muscles. The number 5's presence in the derby is considered an internal priority , but the club is taking precautions to avoid the risk of further injury.
A fractured fifth metatarsal is considered one of the most delicate injuries in professional soccer , requiring recovery time and intensive monitoring. Similar cases have occurred with high-profile players, such as Neymar, in 2018.
Therefore, Flamengo is avoiding an early return, prioritizing a full recovery. Pulgar is expected to return to action in October, gradually being reinstated to the starting lineup depending on the medical department's approval.
Flamengo's next match will be against Botafogo on October 15th at 7:30 pm (Brasília time) at Nilton Santos Stadium, in the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match is considered crucial and could directly impact the battle for the top of the table.
The club maintains a strict disciplinary policy and defines proportional punishments according to the type of card received by each player during the match.
07 Out 2025 | 12:39 |
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Flamengo confirmed that defender Danilo will also be fined internally after his expulsion in the defeat to Bahia, in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship, this Sunday (5), at Arena Fonte Nova. The club follows an internal disciplinary regulation that establishes different levels of punishment according to the nature of the infraction.
According to the club's protocol, there are clear distinctions between the types of red cards issued: one for a tactical foul is treated differently than one for recklessness, necessity, or unnecessary behavior. Each situation receives a specific penalty level . This information comes from the Coluna do Fla website.
Therefore, the punishment for Danilo , whose expulsion was considered the result of a reckless play, will be lighter , while that of Wallace Yan, expelled for a complaint and a minor assault in sequence, tends to be more severe.
In the 12th minute of the first half, Danilo lifted his foot too high during a dispute for the ball and hit Bahia striker Tiago in the face , who had anticipated the play. Referee Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima showed a straight red card, leaving Flamengo with ten men down early in the match.
Along with Danilo, striker Wallace Yan was also sent off in the second half . He came on in the 22nd minute and was removed from the game ten minutes later after receiving two yellow cards: the first for protesting and the second for hitting Bahia's Gilberto in the face.
As this is conduct considered unnecessary and avoidable, the player will be subject to a higher level of punishment within the club's internal regulations , resulting in a heavier fine.
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