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10 Jul 2025 | 12:28 |
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The strong performance of Brazilian clubs in the Club World Cup , held in the United States, reinforced the Brazilian Championship's strength on the global stage. Flamengo, Fluminense, and Botafogo defeated European opponents in the competition, and the impact was felt beyond the pitch: according to a survey by Twenty First Group, the Brasileirão is now the sixth strongest league in the world—and the second most balanced .
The Athletic on the Brasileirão: "We currently rank Brazil's Serie A as the sixth-best league in the world"
Twenty First Group senior data scientist Aurel Nazmiu commented on the good form of Brazilian clubs in an interview with The Athletic: “We currently rank Brazil's Série A as the sixth-best league in the world, so we expected all four Brazilian clubs to be competitive before the tournament.”
In terms of club balance, the Brasileirão is second only to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. Founded in 1996, the American league has produced 15 different champions —averaging a new winner every two seasons.
In Brazil, unpredictability also stands out: it's not uncommon to see teams from the bottom of the table overcoming those fighting for the top spot . This pattern was fundamental to the championship's recognition as one of the most evenly matched competitions on the planet.
The model developed by Twenty First Group calculates the strength of leagues based on the average ranking of clubs and their collective performance in international tournaments . To assess the balance, the results between the top and bottom teams are considered, highlighting leagues where matchups are more unpredictable.
After participating in the Club World Cup, the Brasileirão returns this Saturday (12), with the highlight being the duel between Flamengo and São Paulo, at 4:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The match will be broadcast by Rede Globo (open TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) .
The number 10 of the Most Beloved received a gift at Ninho do Urubu after reaching 78 assists in the Brazilian Championship, surpassing historic names such as Pelé and Zico
29 Ago 2025 | 17:56 |
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In addition to the youngsters revealed at the base, Uruguayan Giorgian De Arrascaeta was also honored this Friday (29) at Ninho do Urubu. The midfielder reached a historic mark by becoming the player with the most assists in the history of the Brazilian Championship, surpassing established idols of national football.
Currently with 78 assists, the number 10 surpassed stars like Marcelinho Carioca, Edmundo, Dudu, Pelé, Zico, and Éverton Ribeiro. For this achievement, he received a commemorative plaque from football director José Boto, in recognition of his career and impact on Brazilian football. Of his total, 60 assists were for Cruzeiro , while another 18 were recorded for Cruzeiro between 2015 and 2018.
This season, Arrascaeta has played 41 matches, scored 16 goals, and provided 13 assists. Since joining the Rio de Janeiro club, only in 2021 has he failed to reach double figures in both goals and assists. So far, he has 102 assists in all competitions for the red-and-black team.
Flamengo has resumed negotiations with midfielder Giorgian de Arrascaeta to extend his contract, currently valid until December 2026. The club intends to ensure the continuity of one of the most decisive athletes in the squad , a central piece in recent achievements.
The next commitment will be this Sunday (1), at 4 pm, against Grêmio, at Maracanã , for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão. The Uruguayan will have another opportunity to further increase the numbers that already place him in the history of the tournament and reinforce his weight in the Mengão squad.
After being cleared of misconduct charges by the English FA, the midfielder has once again attracted interest in the European market. West Ham's millionaire value
29 Ago 2025 | 17:40 |
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Tottenham, Crystal Palace, and Manchester City are monitoring the situation of Lucas Paquetá, a West Ham standout and highly valued player in English football. The move comes shortly after the player was acquitted of misconduct charges involving sports betting.
The London club, however, has no intention of facilitating the midfielder's departure and has set a price of £60 to £70 million to release him . This figure is considered out of reach for most clubs at the moment, which could hinder any concrete approach.
At the start of the current season, Paquetá was offered a transfer to Flamengo through his representatives. At the time, West Ham was asking for around £30 million, but negotiations stalled due to the ongoing legal process . Today, the situation is different, as the player has established himself as one of the key players in the English squad.
A possible return to Rio de Janeiro football could have been considered in a different context, but the club has already strengthened its squad with Samuel Lino, Samu, and Emerson Royal, which reduces the immediate need to invest in another midfielder . Even so, it's not ruled out that there may be room for a rapprochement at some point in the future.
Despite the obstacles, the desire of both parties remains alive. Paquetá has expressed his affection and desire to wear the red-and-black jersey again on other occasions , while the club also dreams of having the athlete back. For now, it's a distant possibility, but not ruled out.
Uruguayan number 10 wants salary increase and contract until 2028, while the red-black board proposes extension until 2027 with adjustment
29 Ago 2025 | 17:29 |
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Flamengo has resumed negotiations with midfielder Giorgian de Arrascaeta to extend his contract, currently valid until December 2026. The club intends to secure the continued presence of one of the squad's most decisive players , a key player in recent successes. The initial information was released by the GE website.
In initial talks, Arrascaeta expressed a desire for financial advancement and a contract until the end of 2028 , with the possibility of adjustments to the contract duration. Meanwhile, Rubro-Negro proposed extending the agreement for just one more season, until 2027, along with a salary adjustment.
The process, which was interrupted, surprised the Uruguayan. Internally, the board had planned to resolve the number 10's future immediately after his participation in the Club World Cup, but the way the negotiations were conducted prevented a quick conclusion . Some behind the scenes believe that the new management does not intend to make any major efforts to retain the player after his current contract expires.
Since arriving in 2019, Arrascaeta has played over 300 matches for the red-and-black team, becoming a technical reference for the Mais Querido . During this time, he won 18 titles, including two Copa Libertadores and two Copa do Brasil , and played a decisive role in several historic campaigns.
With Arrascaeta available, Flamengo arrives in high spirits for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão . After the impressive 8-0 victory against Vitória, at Maracanã, the team led by Filipe Luís returns to the field against Grêmio, next Sunday (30).
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