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10 and a sash! Arrascaeta takes center stage for Flamengo and becomes the hopeful against Estudiantes
18 Set 2025 | 12:23
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13 Mai 2025 | 11:40 |
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On Tuesday (13), Flamengo officially announced the arrival of Rodrigo Caio as assistant coach of the professional team's permanent committee. An idol of the recent multi-champion generation, the former defender takes on a new position at the club and begins to contribute to the field work from a new perspective, now outside the four lines. The decision is part of the board's strategic plan to value professionals with a winning history and aligned with the red-black culture.
The inclusion of Rodrigo Caio in the technical department reinforces the idea of continuity and identity. With notable stints between 2019 and 2023, the former defender participated in 152 games and accumulated significant titles with the red-and-black shirt . Among the achievements are two Libertadores (2019 and 2022), two Brasileirões, a Copa do Brasil, in addition to state and international titles, consolidating himself as a reference in leadership and performance on the field.
According to the board, the presence of names like Rodrigo Caio on the coaching staff strengthens the professional football environment. The measure aims to keep the winning mentality alive at the club , offering athletes qualified technical support and direct knowledge of what it means to wear the Sacred Mantle. In addition to practical experience, Rodrigo already has License B from the CBF Academy Coaching Course , which accredits his performance in the new position.
In addition to being respected for his performance on the pitch, the former defender is praised for his tactical understanding and disciplined profile . Now as an assistant, he will be present in the team's routine at Ninho do Urubu, watching training sessions, games and collaborating with technical planning. The goal is to maintain the quality of the team's preparation, adding the point of view of someone who has recently been on the field and knows the demands of modern football.
While Flamengo adjusts the final details for the decisive clash against LDU, for the Libertadores, the presence of Rodrigo Caio in the new position marks a new phase in his trajectory and reinforces the spirit of continuity within the club. The match will be this Thursday (13), at 9:30 pm , and the result will be decisive for Mengão's chances of qualifying in the continental competition.
Mengão announces the starting lineup for the first leg of the quarterfinals against Argentina at Maracanã; see who Filipe Luís will send onto the field
18 Set 2025 | 20:30 |
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Flamengo officially announced the lineup to face Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. With important returns, coach Filipe Luís is betting on maximum strength to start with an advantage in the continental clash.
Defender Léo Ortiz, who missed last weekend due to suspension , returns to the starting lineup. Bruno Henrique, who also missed the match against Juventude, is confirmed in the squad. The team maintains the core of the squad that has been playing with Filipe Luís.
Filipe Luís will send onto the field against Estudiantes: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.
The Red-Black Nation promises another great party . All tickets were sold in advance, guaranteeing the presence of over 69,000 fans . This should be Flamengo 's largest crowd in this edition of the Libertadores. The expectation is to repeat the solid performance of the round of 16, when the team eliminated Internacional with two wins and qualified 3-0 on aggregate.
Defender hangs up his boots at 38 and says he is satisfied with his career, despite not having been able to play for Mengão
18 Set 2025 | 19:00 |
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Defender Gil, 38, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. In an interview with TV Record, the former defender confirmed the end of his playing career: " A new phase, I'm retiring from football. It's decided ."
Gil, ex-Corinthians, when declaring retirement: "the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo"
Gil built a remarkable relationship with Corinthians , a club he played for twice. Between 2013 and 2016, he was a key player in Tite's squad, crowning the period with the 2015 Brazilian Championship title . He returned to Corinthians in 2019 and, during his second stint, reached the impressive milestone of 400 appearances for the club.
Despite his solid history at Corinthians, Gil revealed a dream he never fulfilled: playing for Flamengo . " I did everything I wanted, the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo . Not everything is perfect. I'm grateful for the career I've built," he declared.
The final chapter of his career was at Santos, where he played in the 2024 Série B. The defender played an important role in the club's promotion to Série A , but lost his place in the squad and terminated his contract in August of the same year. Shortly thereafter, he decided to hang up his boots.
Having also played in Chinese football and enjoyed a solid career in Brazil, Gil ended his career as one of the greatest defenders of the last decade , recognized for his consistency, physical strength, and leadership on the field. In total, the former player appeared in 865 matches, scoring 43 goals and contributing 15 assists.
The red-black team faces the Argentines this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals
18 Set 2025 | 18:30 |
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Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Estudiantes, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Coach Filipe Luís is betting on full strength to try to open up an advantage before the decision in Argentina.
Coach Filipe Luís is expected to field a full-strength squad against the Argentines: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro, and Samuel Lino. The game will be broadcast live on Flamengo TV and with exclusive footage on ESPN.
Alex Sandro (calf) and Jorginho (thigh) are still recovering and are working individually on the field. Pulgar is also in the transition phase with physical therapy and is expected to return to training with the group only at the end of September.
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