The star has been one of the coach's last options for the position in recent times, but he should represent Flamengo this Tuesday
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Flamengo has a good chance of qualifying for the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores da América, but it is not yet guaranteed. Furthermore, he is still looking for first place. Therefore, there is a very important confrontation this Tuesday (28). For the last round of the group stage, Mais Querido hosts Millonarios, from Colombia, with no chance of qualifying, at Maracanã, at 9pm (Brasília time).
With seven points, three behind leader Bolívar, anything can happen. Since the Bolivians face Palestino, who have the same score as the Cariocas. In this way, the three teams compete for the first two places.
For the match, according to Coluna do Fla, coach Tite outlined a significant change in the training carried out on the afternoon of this Monday (27), at CT Ninho do Urubu, with the entry of David Luiz, who became one of the last options in the sector.
In activities, the 37-year-old defender formed a defense duo with Léo Ortiz, with Fabrício Bruno expected to be an option on the reserve bench. An off-field reason motivated Tite's attitude.
It turns out that the number 14 has been sold to West Ham, in England, and will soon leave Rubro-Negro in Rio de Janeiro. In fact, the Hammers are also keeping an eye on another Mengão starter.
In addition, Clube Carioca should also have another new feature: Pulgar should appear on the bench, after a long time in the DM. A likely lineup has: Rossi; Varela, David Luiz, Léo Ortiz and Ayrton Lucas; Allan, De La Cruz and Arrascaeta; Gerson, Everton Cebolinha and Pedro.
The greatest player in the club's history believes that the coach did not adapt to Mais Querido
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Monday (30) began with the announcement of the dismissal of coach Tite from Flamengo, news expected after the elimination in the Libertadores and the team's poor performance, which generated increasing pressure among fans. The relationship with the fans is one of the aspects that made Zico, the greatest idol in red and black history, believe that the coach's departure was the most logical decision.
Zico held the 15th edition of Café com Zico in this Monday, at Bar do Zico, at Recreio dos Bandeirantes, an event where fans have the opportunity to spend the morning with their idol and ask questions. One of the questions was about Tite's dismissal. Despite praising the coach and regretting his departure, the eternal Shirt 10 recognized that the decision was correct.
“I think today it is easy to say that it should have been. The weather is no longer cool. Working in a place where people antagonize you and say a lot of things is not good for anyone. I'm sorry that happened, because I really liked him, I think he's a good coach. But perhaps he didn't adapt to Flamengo's style”, said Zico.
Although Zico recognized the unsatisfactory football presented by the team, he highlighted that Flamengo still remained alive in competitions. However, the fall in the Libertadores was a determining factor in the change, especially due to the defeat at home, which he compared to the elimination in 1982.
“Flamengo beat Carioca, they are in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil , he has a small chance at the Brazilian Championship and reached the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. Of course, the Maracanã defeat was decisive. He missed goals, more at Maracanã than there. It was the same thing that happened to us in 82. We massacred, in front of the goal every time, but we conceded a missing goal that didn't exist and we were eliminated”, said Galinho de Quintino in a video released by Essência Rubro-Negra.
Criticism of the Overvaluation of the Cast
Zico also criticized the overvaluation of the red and black cast, which he believes to be an exaggerated view, especially on the part of the board, who invests heavily in players who, in the idol’s opinion, are “common.” He was emphatic in stating that he does not share the idea that the squad is the best in South America.
“Flamengo, in my opinion, hired the wrong team. Many players. You're spending money on normal players. Are they good? Yes, but the price had to be great. They are not. They overvalued Flamengo's squad too much, they made the fans believe that it was the best team in South America. It's not! That's the problem. The fans think they will always win 3 or 4, but those of us who play ball know that the story is different”, added Gávea's eternal number 10.
The midfielder enjoyed a great phase in his career under the command of the former coach and was once again called up to the Brazilian national team.
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On Monday morning (30), Flamengo announced Tite's dismissal. The team captain, Gerson, said goodbye to the coach in a special and emotional way, thanking him on social media for the opportunity to wear the red and black belt.
CHECK OUT THE MESSAGE IN FULL
“I would like to thank you for your loyalty, respect and partnership throughout these 12 months. Thank you, teacher and the entire coaching staff.
You made me take on the second biggest responsibility of my life – after becoming a father – by choosing me as captain of the team that I love. I will be eternally grateful.
I wish you a beautiful sequence of work. Thank you.”
Tite and his coaching staff arrived at Flamengo on October 9, 2023, after the departure of Argentine Jorge Sampaoli. With a contract until the end of 2024, the former coach of the Brazilian team leaves his position three months ahead of schedule. During his tenure, he managed the team in 70 games, achieving 41 wins, 13 draws and 16 defeats, with a total of 109 goals scored and 50 conceded. Tite ends his time with the Carioca Championship title and a 64.7% success rate.
What now?Now, Flamengo returns to the field under new management. Filipe Luís, an old acquaintance of Gerson, takes interim command in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. This Wednesday (02), Fla will face Corinthians in the first game of the national knockout competition, with Filipe Luís on the sidelines.
The classic between Flamengo and Corinthians will take place at 9:45 pm ( Brasília time) at Maracanã.
Situation will be decided after presidential elections
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Two of the CRF's most experienced players are in the final stages of their contracts, with their future still uncertain. Gabigol, the club's idol, and defender David Luiz have contracts valid until December 31, 2024. The uncertainty about whether they will stay raises discussions behind the scenes, especially with the presidential elections approaching.
The situation of defender David Luiz is delicate. Although his name is well evaluated within the current management, led by Rodolfo Landim, who supports Rodrigo Dunshee, the defender's continuity in the squad is not seen with the same enthusiasm by other wings of the club.
David Luiz had his contract was automatically renewed in January this year, after fulfilling the clause of playing in at least 20 matches, with 45 minutes on the field in each one. As a result, his contract was extended until the end of 2024. If Dunshee wins the elections, it is likely that Mengão will propose a renewal for another year.
The agreement, however, must be signed without an increase salary and without the payment of gloves. David Luiz has already expressed interest in remaining at the club, but the final decision should only take place after the presidential election.
The Mais Querido elections, scheduled for December, will be fundamental in defining the future of the two athletes. Depending on who takes charge, priorities and decisions about hiring and renewals may change.
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