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Commentator gets angry with Flamengo's performance and pressures before the Brasileirão "It's rubbish...."

Strong criticism of Mais Querido's performance against LDU generates repercussions; team turns key to face Corinthians in the Brasileirão

Filipe Luís leads Flamengo in a game under criticism after a goalless draw against LDU in Quito for the Libertadores (Photo/ CRF)
Filipe Luís leads Flamengo in a game under criticism after a goalless draw against LDU in Quito for the Libertadores (Photo/ CRF)

23 Abr 2025 | 19:10 |

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The 0-0 draw between Flamengo and LDU , on Tuesday night (22), in Quito, in the third round of the group stage of the Libertadores, is still having negative repercussions. The below-par performance of the team led by Filipe Luís was the main topic among sports commentators the following morning. Among the most incisive, Flavio Prado, from Jovem Pan, classified the match as “one of the worst in recent times”.




The best moment was when the referee ended the match” - said the commentator





FLAVIO PRADO BLASTS THE TEAM'S PERFORMANCE AT QUITO'S ALTITUDE


During the program “Bate-Pronto”, Prado got straight to the point when evaluating the performance of the Mais Querido . “It was one of the biggest pieces of garbage I’ve ever seen. Yesterday’s game made me want to vomit. I wasted two hours of my life”, he said. For him, the draw at altitude does not justify the team’s poor performance. The commentator also said that he expected more from the match and felt frustrated with what he saw on the field.


JOURNALIST DOESN'T BLAME THE ALTITUDE AND SAYS LDU ALSO DID BADLY


Despite the almost 3,000 meters of altitude in Quito, Prado downplayed this factor as an explanation for the team's poor performance. " Not even the altitude explains it. LDU didn't play at all either. The best moment was when the referee ended the match" , said the commentator, showing total disappointment with the technical level of the match.


The criticism was also technical. Experts pointed out that the team failed to impose itself or create clear chances. Possession of the ball was inefficient and movement was slow. The lack of offensive repertoire and the low performance of important names raised alarm bells for the upcoming matches of the season.


After a poor performance away from home, Mengão turns things around and focuses its efforts on the Brasileirão. Undefeated in the national competition and occupying the vice-leadership, the team faces Corinthians on Sunday (27), at 4 pm, at Maracanã, in the sixth round. The expectation is for a quick response in front of the fans after the criticized performance in the Libertadores.


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Everton Cebolinha is going through a difficult time at Flamengo - see the numbers

The striker started 2024 as one of the highlights under Tite, but after returning from a serious injury, he was unable to perform as well at Mengão.

Everton Cebolinha is in a bad phase at Flamengo after being one of the highlights in 2024 - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Everton Cebolinha is in a bad phase at Flamengo after being one of the highlights in 2024 - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

12 Set 2025 | 10:30 |

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Signed in July 2022 for approximately R$72 million, Everton Cebolinha is one of the ten most expensive acquisitions in Flamengo's history . Expectations for his performance have always been high, but the striker's career at the club has been marked by ups and downs, and the 2025 season has only heightened his inconsistency .


FROM A GOOD 2024 TO A PROBLEMATIC 2025


The striker was coming off a consistent 2024 season, playing 30 official matches, scoring five goals, and providing five assists, averaging 0.33 direct goal contributions per game . He was a key player in the attacking scheme until he suffered a serious ankle injury.


In 2025, however, the scenario changed. In the same 30 games, Cebolinha scored just four goals and provided two assists . His average dropped to 0.20 per game, a reduction of almost 40% compared to the previous year. Despite recovering physically, he was unable to capitalize on the opportunities given to him by Filipe Luís and is now a reserve.

GRÊMIO MONITORS THE SITUATION


Cebolinha's future at Flamengo beyond 2026 is uncertain. According to journalist Diogo Rossi, Grêmio is interested in bringing the striker back, who also welcomes a return to the Arena , having already publicly stated his intention to return to the club.

The negotiation, however, isn't straightforward. Flamengo invested heavily in his signing, and the contract runs until December 2026. Therefore, if no agreement is reached before then, Everton could sign a pre-contract with another team starting mid-next year.



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Former Flamengo player Willian Arão could leave Santos after 2 months - understand

The midfielder who made history at Mengão arrived at Peixe after his contract ended in Greece, but could already be close to leaving Baixada Santista.

Willian Arão, ex-Flamengo, may be leaving Santos after less than 3 months at the club - Photo: Reproduction/Santos
Willian Arão, ex-Flamengo, may be leaving Santos after less than 3 months at the club - Photo: Reproduction/Santos

12 Set 2025 | 09:30 |

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A regular starter for Flamengo in 2019, Willian Arão returned to Brazilian football in July 2025 to play for Santos. However, his time at Vila Belmiro may be nearing its end : the 33-year-old midfielder has only played seven minutes on the pitch and the club is already considering terminating his contract.


Arão's only appearance for Peixe came against Flamengo, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 1-0 victory, with Neymar scoring at Vila Belmiro. Since then, he has struggled with physical problems and has had to make repeated visits to the medical department , without playing any regular games.


According to journalist Lucas Musetti, the so-called "Arão case" has become a mystery behind the scenes. The player showed up with calf pain and, even though no injuries were detected in the tests , continues to complain of discomfort that prevents him from training and playing.


WILL ARÃO PLAY AGAINST ATLÉTICO-MG?

Santos faces Atlético-MG this Sunday (14), in Belo Horizonte, but Arão is already vetoed. The expectation was that he would train this Thursday (11), which did not happen . Now, the technical committee is working to have him available only next week. Meanwhile, the discussion about the possible termination of the contract grows.


'COLD WAR' BEHIND THE SCENES

According to Musetti, the situation is generating internal friction. The player believes he's being misjudged , while the medical department assures him there's no injury. Furthermore, Arão's decision to hire a private physiotherapist has caused unease within the club.


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Flamengo intensifies preparations for clash with Juventude

Mengão travels this Saturday (13) in the afternoon towards Caxias do Sul, where they will face Jaconero in the 23rd round of the Brasileirão

Flamengo trains this Friday (12) for the clash with Juventude in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Flamengo trains this Friday (12) for the clash with Juventude in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

12 Set 2025 | 08:55 |

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After almost two weeks without games due to the September FIFA Date, Flamengo is getting closer to returning to the field . This Friday (12), the squad will hold the penultimate training session at Ninho do Urubu before the duel with Juventude . The activity led by Filipe Luís is scheduled for 9:30 am (Brasília time).


On Saturday (13), the squad trains again in the morning and then embarks for Rio Grande do Sul. The match against Juventude takes place on Sunday (14) , at 4 pm, at Alfredo Jaconi, for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship.


LEADERSHIP MAINTAINED


Flamengo leads the table with 47 points. Cruzeiro moved into second place with 44, while Palmeiras, which has 43 , dropped to third after a draw with Corinthians. The "Mais Querido" (The Most Beloved), however, has played one game less than the Minas Gerais team, but one game more than the "alviverde" (Green and White).

ALMOST FULL CAST


With the end of the FIFA Date, most of the players called up are already back. Arrascaeta and Varela returned on Wednesday (10), followed by Viña, Samuel Lino and Carrascal , on Thursday (11). The only exception is Gonzalo Plata , who was given time off to visit his family.

Alex Sandro, Erick Pulgar, Jorginho and Varela remain in the Medical Department. On Wednesday (10), the club released a bulletin updating the situation of each athlete . Of these, only the right-back appears to be able to play against Jaconero.



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