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WITH PENALTY GOAL, PEDRO ACHIEVES A BIG MAKE IN THE SEASON FOR FLAMENGO - CHECK OUT

The center forward was the hero of the classic

23 Jun 2024 | 18:31 |

This Sunday (23), the Fla-Flu classic, played at Maracanã, was largely dominated by Flamengo. The 1-0 victory, with a goal from Pedro in the 40th minute of the second half, guaranteed Rubro-Negro to maintain its lead in the Brazilian Championship, while worsening Fluminense's crisis, which remains at the bottom of the competition with just six points out of 11 games.

Center forward Pedro was the hero of the classic, scoring the decisive goal that consolidated Flamengo's good phase. With this goal, Pedro reached the mark of 28 direct participation in goals in the season, totaling 22 goals and 6 assists in 30 matches. These numbers reinforce his position as top scorer in Brazilian football in 2024.

In addition, taking into account pre-season games, Pedro has accumulated 24 goals and 6 assists in 32 games, also standing out in international matches against teams like Philadelphia Union and Orlando City.

SITUATION IN BRASILEIRÃO

With the victory, Flamengo reached the 24 points and remains at the top of the Serie A table. Tite's team continues its solid campaign, without giving chances to direct competitors such as Palmeiras and Botafogo, who follow closely in the classification.

On the other hand On the other hand, Fluminense, under the command of Fernando Diniz, is facing a complicated phase. The Tricolor team, which only finished once in the classic and in a harmless way, is in last place and urgently needs a reaction to escape the relegation zone.

NEXT CHALLENGES

In the next round, Flamengo will play away from home against Juventude, seeking to further consolidate its lead. Fluminense will face Vitória at Maracanã, in a crucial game to try to reverse the negative sequence and seek a recovery in the championship.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

WITH PENALTY GOAL, PEDRO ACHIEVES A BIG MAKE IN THE SEASON FOR FLAMENGO - CHECK OUT