The team's current performance is considered superior to that of Mengão
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Doubting Flamengo's potential, many media figures believe that São Paulo will be the next champion of the Copa do Brasil. The São Paulo team will face the Red-Black team on September 17th and 24th in the championship final. The last phase was decided after Mais Querido overcame Grêmio and the tricolor Corinthians. However, Flamengo's current performance has given more credit to São Paulo.
"São Paulo are favorites to win the title over Flamengo", said Jader Rocha in a program on SporTV. The commentator's opinion was given this Thursday (17), taking into account, above all, two issues: the weak results recently and a complex internal environment.
Of the last 4 games he played, Flamengo only won in the standings against Grêmio, in the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil. This game was, even so, a little difficult for the team that only scored one goal, which was by penalty. Last weekend, Mengão drew against São Paulo, also due to a penalty (1 to 1), for the 19th round of the Brasileirão and, in the previous round, had a devastating defeat against Cuiabá (3 to 0).
During the break between these two matches, the team still had to deal with the elimination of the Libertadores. They lost to Olimpia 3-1, even going into the game with a one-goal advantage and only needing a draw. It is for these reasons that Jader stated: "If we compare the performances, São Paulo is much superior today", to which Grafite added that "if the final were on Sunday, São Paulo would be the favorite".
The commentators recognize that a lot can change in a month and do not fail to point out that, undeniably, Flamengo's squad is more "decisive" than São Paulo's, even though its greatest stars - such as Gabigol, Bruno Henrique, Arrascaeta and Peter - are leaving something to be desired.
About Pedro, it is important to add that the internal situation at the club has not been very good. The striker suffered an attack at the end of last month, on July 29, and his attacker was Pablo Fernández, Sampaoli's right-hand man and the team's main physical trainer.
The event ended up raising several questions about the bad relationship that the coach has with some players and there was speculation that the Uruguayan coach could be replaced. Also this week, on Tuesday (15) another case revealed how the squad is not in its best mental state currently: Gerson and Varela fell out during training and the midfielder broke the Uruguayan's nose.
"In its internal environment it is a question mark", concludes Jader Rocha. And the journalist Ana Thaís agrees, stating that there is even an emotional superiority on the part of São Paulo recently: "São Paulo is, mentally, very strong".
The club turns on the alert
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Carlinhos' performance in the last classic between Flamengoand Vasco, played on Sunday, has generated a wave of criticism and questions from the red and black fans. The striker, who entered the field in the 18th minute of the second half, replacing Bruno Henrique, played a discreet role and ended up failing to help the team in one of the most decisive moments of the match.
The classic, as always, was a game intense and highly anticipated by both fans, with great weight for the championship table and the morale of the teams. However, Carlinhos' entry, which lasted just 27 minutes, was considered below expectations, especially in a scenario where Flamengo was looking for a victory to distance itself from its rivals.
FLAMENGO HAS A DEFICIENCY IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP < /b>During the 27 minutes he was on the field, Carlinhos barely appeared, failing to influence the game as expected. The player only touched the ball a few times, did not create clear scoring chances and also did not help efficiently in the defensive system. With an apathetic performance, the striker ended up becoming a target of frustration for the fans, who expected more from a player who, at other times, had already demonstrated the potential to be decisive.
The lack of offensive participation was a of the main points raised by critics. In a game that required creativity and boldness to break through the Vasco blockade, Carlinhos was unable to find spaces or impose his presence as a constant threat to the opponent's goal. In classics, where every detail makes a difference, this lack of protagonism weighed even more.
The replacement of Bruno Henrique by Carlinhoswas also a factor that generated discussion. Bruno Henrique, although he was not having a brilliant performance, is a player recognized for his ability to decide games, especially in big confrontations. His departure 18 minutes into the second half was justified by the coaching staff as part of the planning to spare the athlete, who recently returned from injury.
The club goes to the market
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After taking charge of Flamengo, Tite, former coach of the Brazilian national team, made it clear that he is quickly adapting to the club's culture. In recent statements, he highlighted Rubro-Negro's striking characteristic: the incessant search for all possible titles. According to the coach, this spirit of intense competition is something that he not only admires, but is also incorporating into his own work philosophy.
Tite, known for his meticulous and results-focused work, revealed that the Transition to Flamengo involves constant learning, especially in relation to the club's winning mentality. "Flamengo has this culture of fighting for every title. There is no focus on just one competition, the goal is to win everything within reach", he explained.
This characteristic is notable in Flamengoin recent years, which has won several important competitions, such as the Brazilian Championship and the Copa Libertadores. Tite, accustomed to pressure and the need for results, states that this mentality is something he is adopting in his day-to-day life at the club. “I see this culture, and this is what we are doing. Flamengo has this requirement, and I am a coach who likes this type of challenge.”
Although Tite has an established career, with successful spells at clubs such as Corinthians and the Brazilian national team, Flamengo represents a new experience for the coach. He is now at the helm of a team that has traditionally had fans calling for victories in every competition they compete in, something he sees as a positive challenge.
"You have to learn every day Even with the experience I have, here I realize that there are very high expectations, but at the same time that's what makes you grow", commented the coach. For him, working at a club that maintains such a high level of demand motivates him to always seek the best.
The club has exceeded expectations at the moment
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The match between Flamengo and Bahia, in the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil, held at Maracanã, went down in history as the game with the biggest audience in Brazilian football in 2024. On the day of the confrontation, 60,839 fans paid tickets to watch the duel, which added up to a total of 65,662 present at the stadium. This number surpasses any other sporting event in the country to date.
This brand once again consolidates Maracanã as one of the main stages of world football, reinforcing its tradition of receiving large audiences in decisive games. Furthermore, it reaffirms Flamengo's strength in mobilizing fans, regardless of the stage of the competition or the opponent. The game, which was worth a place in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil, attracted the attention not only of red and black fans, but also of Bahia fans, who were present in Rio de Janeiro, although in smaller numbers. The expectation generated by the confrontation, added to the tradition of the two clubs on the national scene, was decisive for thousands of fans to fill Maracanã.
Flamengo and Bahia are two clubs with a great tradition in Brazilian football, and this was reflected in the mobilization for the confrontation. While Flamengo is experiencing a moment of protagonism on the national scene, with recent titles and a cast full of stars, Bahia was also showing strength, even if in a phase of restructuring and search for affirmation among the greats.
The quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil final, a competition that rewards not only a trophy but also large amounts of money, become even more important for both teams. For Flamengo, winning the Copa do Brasil is a constant objective, while for Bahia the opportunity to advance to the semi-finals represented a great achievement.
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