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Corinthians receive transfer ban from FIFA and Hugo Souza should return to Flamengo

With a debt of R$6.9 million to Balbuena, Corinthians is prohibited from hiring until 2026; situation threatens Hugo Souza's stay at the club

Hugo Souza could return to Flamengo in 2024 due to Corinthians' punishment for transfer ban - photo: reproduction
Hugo Souza could return to Flamengo in 2024 due to Corinthians' punishment for transfer ban - photo: reproduction

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FIFA imposed a punishment on Corinthians this Thursday (31), prohibiting the club from making signings until the beginning of 2026. The sanction takes place due to a debt of R$6.9 million with the club's former defender, Balbuena.


As a result, Corinthians is prevented from registering new players until payment is regularized. This scenario directly interferes with the situation of Hugo Souza, goalkeeper currently on loan from Flamengo, who could return to the Rio team in 2024 if Corinthians are unable to resolve their financial issues. p>




< b> PURCHASE OPTION AND DEADLINE FOR HUGO SOUZA

Hugo Souza, loaned to Corinthians until the end of this year , has a purchase option included in his contract with the São Paulo club. According to the agreement, Corinthians have until November 30th to exercise this option, but, due to FIFA's punishment, they will need to pay off the debt with Balbuena in order to definitively regularize the contract.


In addition, Corinthians must present financial guarantees to Mais Querido, as there was default in a previous agreement involving the sale of Matheuzinho.


NECESSARY CONDITIONS FOR HIRING A GOALKEEPER

The situation requires Corinthians to settle the financial dispute with Balbuena and then prove financial capacity with Flamengo, presenting the necessary bank guarantees. Otherwise, the São Paulo team will lose the chance to sign Hugo Souza permanently, resulting in the goalkeeper returning to Rubro-Negro next season.


HUGO SOUZA CONTRACT WITH FLAMENGO

If Corinthians does not fulfill its obligations by the stipulated deadline, Hugo Souza will return to be part of the Mengão squad in 2024. The goalkeeper, who has a contract with Flamengo until December 31, 2025, will be available to coach Filipe Luís next season.


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São Paulo has a major absence for the game against Flamengo

Even though he has recovered from his knee injury, Lucas Moura will not face Mais Querido this Saturday (13th round of the Brasileirão) as he is still following a physical schedule.

Lucas Moura will not face Flamengo at Maracanã in the 13th round of the Brasileirão, even after recovering from a knee injury - photo: reproduction
Lucas Moura will not face Flamengo at Maracanã in the 13th round of the Brasileirão, even after recovering from a knee injury - photo: reproduction

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São Paulo will have an important absence in the match against Flamengo this Saturday (13), at Maracanã, at 4:30 pm. Although he was expected to return to the team , Lucas Moura will remain out of action. According to the club, the attacking midfielder is still under physical preparation care, despite being clinically recovered from a knee injury.


Lucas Moura hasn't played an official match since May 6th . Although his knee problem has been overcome, the medical department and coaching staff understand that he still needs more time to regain physical conditioning before returning to action. Therefore, his return to action for the São Paulo team will remain postponed.


FIVE OTHER ATHLETES ARE OUT OF THE GAME


In addition to the absence of the number 7, São Paulo will be without Lucas Ferreira (with hip pain), Luciano, Luiz Gustavo, and Calleri, all ruled out by the medical department. The match will also mark Hernán Crespo's return to the team , precisely against the league leaders, in the return of the competition after the Club World Cup.

The São Paulo team's likely starting lineup features significant changes. Crespo is expected to field Rafael; Arboleda, Alan Franco, and Sabino (or Ferraresi); Cédric, Alisson, Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, and Enzo Díaz; Oscar (or Juan Dinenno), and André Silva. Among the confirmed returns to the squad are Marcos Antônio, Ferreirinha, and Oscar, who have been sidelined since early June.


MATCH BETWEEN SÃO PAULO AND FLAMENGO

The match between São Paulo and Flamengo will be held at Maracanã Stadium at 4:30 p.m. this Saturday, part of the 13th round of the Brasileirão. For the Rio de Janeiro club, the match represents a chance to maintain its lead in the standings. Broadcasts will be available on free-to-air channels and streaming platforms.


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Cruzeiro president opens up about Gabigol, ex-Flamengo: "He was a..."

Even without a guaranteed presence in the starting 11, Gabriel has been praised by the board for his commitment and commercial impact.

Gabigol is experiencing a new phase at Cruzeiro and, even though he is not an absolute starter, he stands out for his commitment in training and marketing return - photo: reproduction
Gabigol is experiencing a new phase at Cruzeiro and, even though he is not an absolute starter, he stands out for his commitment in training and marketing return - photo: reproduction

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Signed with star status, Gabigol is still seeking regular starting positions at Cruzeiro. Unlike what he became accustomed to during his years as a star player at Flamengo, the striker is currently in a transitional phase. Even though he's not a regular in the starting eleven, he's been touted as an important player in Leonardo Jardim's project.


Pedro Junio, vice president of the Minas Gerais club, emphasized in an interview with the program Donos da Bola that the number 9 did not disappoint. According to the director, the striker has fulfilled everything agreed upon at the time of his signing, both on the field and in marketing. " He delivers everything we agreed on, both in the sporting and commercial and marketing aspects . Gabriel was a package deal we signed, and he delivers," he noted.


BOARD DEFENDS GABIGOL'S PARTICIPATION


Since arriving at Toca da Raposa, Gabigol has started 11 matches, initially under Fernando Diniz and later under Leonardo Jardim. Following the 1-1 draw with São Paulo on April 13th, in the third round of the Brasileirão , the striker has lost his place in the starting lineup. Even so, management emphasizes that there is no dissatisfaction or bad blood behind the scenes.

" Cruzeiro's advantage is that everyone understands that Cruzeiro is the top priority. Regardless of who's playing or not," explained Pedro Junio, highlighting the positive internal atmosphere at the club and the players' maturity in accepting coaching decisions.


GABIGOL REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CRUZEIRO

Despite recurring speculation that he's unhappy about not being a regular starter, Gabigol has publicly expressed his composure about this new phase. After the 2-0 victory over Vila Nova on May 1st in the Copa do Brasil , the striker addressed the issue directly.

" I'm very calm about it. I know the pressure there is , and there are a lot of people who say things without realizing it. I try to work hard, show my football skills on the field," he said. On that occasion, the striker also highlighted the welcome he received at the club and reinforced his desire to continue contributing.




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Flamengo vs São Paulo - where to watch, probable lineup and time of the Brasileirão game

With the Brasileirão leadership at stake and Maracanã expected to be full, Mengão hosts the São Paulo team this Saturday (12), at 4:30 pm, for the 13th round

Brasileirão leader Flamengo hosts São Paulo this Saturday at Maracanã. See the likely lineups, where to watch, and details - photo: reproduction
Brasileirão leader Flamengo hosts São Paulo this Saturday at Maracanã. See the likely lineups, where to watch, and details - photo: reproduction

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Flamengo returns to the national stage this Saturday (12), after a stint at the Club World Cup, with full focus on the Brazilian Championship. The team led by Filipe Luís leads the table with 24 points, despite having played one game less, maintaining the best attack and the tightest defense in the competition so far. The ball rolls at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã, with broadcast on TV Globo and Premiere.


Flamengo will be without midfielder Erick Pulgar, who suffered a fractured right foot, and Pedro, who was sidelined by Filipe Luís . This will also be the first match without Gerson, who recently left the club to Zenit in Russia.


SAO PAULO SEEKS REACTION


On the other side, São Paulo is undergoing a period of restructuring. After a 3-1 loss to Vasco and the departure of Luis Zubeldía , the club has decided to bring back Hernán Crespo as coach. The São Paulo team will have important reinforcements who recovered during the break: Lucas Moura, Oscar, Marcos Antônio, and Ferreirinha are available again.

PUBLIC EXPECTATIONS


The red-and-black fans promise to once again fill the stadium. As of last Thursday (10), more than 46 thousand tickets had already been sold. With the removal of free tickets, the expectation is that around 60 thousand fans will attend Maracanã to support Mengão in its search for three more points.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND WHERE TO WATCH: FLAMENGO X SÃO PAULO

📆 Date: July 12 (Saturday)

🕓 Time: 4:30 pm (Brasília time)

📍 Location: Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)

📺 Broadcast: Globo and Premiere

👤 Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio (GO)

👥 Assistants: Bruno Boschilia (PR) and Bruno Raphael Pires (GO)

🎥 VAR: Braulio da Silva Machado (SC)

Probable lineups:

Flamengo : Rossi; Wesley, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Jorginho and De la Cruz; Luiz Araújo and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.

Sovereign: Rafael; Sabino, Ferraresi and Alan Franco; Cédric Soares, Alisson, Marcos Antonio, Oscar and Enzo Díaz; Luciano and André Silva.




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