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Matheus França, a gem revealed in Flamengo's youth categories, had his long-awaited debut after his transfer to Crystal Palace, in England, in August this year. The 19-year-old midfielder finally had the opportunity to show his talent on the international stage, taking to the field last Saturday (21) during the match against Newcastle.
The young Brazilian player, who spent his training at Ninho do Urubu, was called to enter the field 25 minutes into the second half. His debut left a positive impression as he made a name for himself in the English team. Matheus França managed to create three clear scoring opportunities, hit two accurate crosses and made a shot on goal, demonstrating his versatility and technical skills. Crystal Palace fans now have reason to be excited about the midfielder's potential.
Matheus França's transfer to Crystal Palace was one of the most talked about negotiations in the transfer market, with a value of 20 million of fixed euros, equivalent to R$107.6 million at the current exchange rate. With this figure, the player trained at Flamengo became the fifth most expensive player in the history of the English club. This change of club marks a significant step in the young athlete's career, who now faces the challenge of standing out in one of the most competitive football leagues in the world.
At Flamengo, Matheus França had already earned a place special in the hearts of fans. During his time with the Rio team, he participated in 54 matches and scored nine goals. Furthermore, at youth level, he contributed two goals and three assists. His performance was also vital to Flamengo's achievements, including the Copa Libertadores da América and the Copa do Brasil, both last year, under the command of coach Dorival Júnior.
While Matheus França shines in his new journey in English football, Flamengo, who faced Cruzeiro last Thursday, continues the fight in the Brazilian Championship. The victory achieved at Mineirão propelled the club to fifth place in the standings, with 47 points. This victory allowed Rubro-Negro to rise from third to fifth place in the table, demonstrating that the Rio team is still strong in the fight for the national title.
Matheus França's debut at Crystal Palace represents an exciting opportunity for the player and also for the fans who followed him from Flamengo's youth teams. His promising journey in the English Premier League is a source of pride for Brazilian football, and his rise is further proof of the talent that Flamengo's youth teams have produced over the years. Over time, his development and maturity at Crystal Palace could make him a fundamental player for both the English club and the Brazilian team.
Matheus França, who is now adapting to European football, will face challenges and unique opportunities in your career. The expectation is that he will continue to grow as a player, keeping alive the hope of seeing another Brazilian star shine on international fields. The successful debut is just the beginning of an exciting journey that football fans are eager to follow closely.
Mengão director demanded that the CBF establish a system to prevent clubs from spending more than they earn and made a comparison with a club
16 Set 2025 | 14:08 |
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Discussions about implementing financial fair play in Brazilian football continue to rage behind the scenes. This time, Flamengo's football director, José Boto, once again urged the CBF to implement the system in the country .
Flamengo's José Boto quips: "Financial fair play is something we should all do at home"
" People talk a lot about financial fair play, but they often don't know what it is . Financial fair play is something we should all practice at home: not spending more than we have. The problem is that some clubs engage in unfair competition, spending money they don't have, and leaving debts outstanding, including with players signed almost two years ago," he said in an interview with UOL.
Boto also highlighted that FIFA adopts strict penalties in cases involving European clubs, and argued that the same approach should be applied in Brazil: "When it involves European clubs, like Leixões or Estrela Amadora, FIFA takes action and they can't register anyone until they pay . This needs to be done here as well, otherwise it's unfair competition," he added.
In addition to the fair play debate, Flamengo is also actively involved in the CBF's National Chamber for Dispute Resolution (CNRD) . The club is suing Internacional for non-payment of Thiago Maia's purchase, which was made in 2024. The agreement was for €4 million (approximately R$25 million), divided into ten installments. However, almost two years later, with the midfielder already established in Porto Alegre, Flamengo has still not received the amounts owed.
Financial fair play is a set of rules aimed at balancing clubs' finances, preventing them from spending more than they earn and avoiding excessive debt. Flamengo , which has been investing responsibly for years, is one of the supporters of this measure . On the other hand, clubs like Corinthians, Atlético-MG, and Botafogo could face difficulties in adapting to the system.
A study by UFMG indicates that Mengão leads the race for the Brazilian title with a 46.3% chance; Cruzeiro and Palmeiras complete the trio with the greatest chance
16 Set 2025 | 14:02 |
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With the end of the 23rd round of the 2025 Brazilian Championship , a survey by the Mathematics Department of the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) indicates that Flamengo, Cruzeiro and Palmeiras have 96.5% of the chances of winning the national trophy.
Flamengo leads the competition with 50 points in 22 matches played and has a 46.3% chance of winning the title . The red-black team beat Juventude away from home last Sunday (14), extending its lead in the table.
In second place, Cruzeiro has 47 points in 23 games and has an 18.9% chance of being champion . Raposa ended the round by defeating Bahia, away from home, by 2 to 1. Palmeiras , in turn, beat Internacional by 4 to 1 on Saturday (13) and reached 46 points in 21 games, with a 31.3% chance of winning the title.
In addition to the trio, Mirassol registers a 2.3% probability , while Bahia (0.75%), Botafogo (0.43%) and São Paulo (0.14%) appear with minimal chances. Fluminense (0.007%), Red Bull Bragantino (0.004%), Atlético-MG (0.001%), Corinthians (0.001%) and Eará (0.001%) complete the list with residual percentages.
Flamengo will 'disconnect' from the Brasileirão to face Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The duel marks the beginning of the knockout stage in the quarterfinals of the continental competition . The match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, and on Disney+ for streaming.
Mengão faces the La Plata club this Thursday (18) in the first leg of the competition and the goalkeeper believes in a complicated game
16 Set 2025 | 13:56 |
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Flamengo will have a special ingredient in the duel this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. Goalkeeper Agustín Rossi will meet Estudiantes again, the club where he played before arriving in Brazilian football .
Rossi on the duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes in the Libertadores: "The main thing is to keep ourselves mentally strong
At a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, the Argentine celebrated the team's recent progress and emphasized the importance of approaching each match with total focus . Mengão is the home team in the first leg and plays for its life away from home against the club from La Plata.
" We're coming off a big win in the South, in a place where Flamengo hadn't won in a long time . I always say the same thing: we take it one game at a time. Now, Thursday, is very important. Our home, our fans, a packed stadium, as we're used to. Then comes the derby on Sunday, but today we're only thinking about Thursday," he said.
For Rossi, the key to the match will be the red-and-black team's psychological preparation: "The main thing is to stay mentally strong, to prepare ourselves as best we can for this sequence. I know well what the Libertadores means to Estudiantes . And we know that there are no easy games in the competition, no matter where they are. On the field, we're 11 against 11, with tactical, technical, and physical determination. It will be a very competitive game, as it usually is in the Libertadores," he stated.
The goalkeeper also emphasized the importance of opening the match at home against Nação: "We have the advantage of playing the first game at Maracanã. It's crucial to have a great performance to then seek qualification there . If we get a good result here, we have a good chance of reaching the semifinals. It'll be tough, but we're ready," he concluded.
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