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Flamengo Won't Build Its Own Stadium? Journalist Puts the Heat on the Downfall
08 Ago 2025 | 14:43
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08 Ago 2025 | 16:07 |
Attacking midfielder Matheus Gonçalves is increasingly close to leaving Flamengo . CSKA Moscow, from Russia, sent an official letter to the Rio de Janeiro club expressing interest in signing the young athlete. The information was initially reported by journalist Venê Casagrande and confirmed by the Russian website SportExpress.
Although there is no formal proposal yet, talks between the parties are already at an advanced stage and could lead to an agreement in the coming days. Matheus, 18, is considered one of the brightest prospects in Flamengo 's youth academy, but he is struggling to gain a place in the professional squad led by Filipe Luís.
The athlete wishes to remain at the club, but has not ruled out a transfer if opportunities remain limited. The player's representatives are awaiting a meeting with the board to discuss the team's plans and assess the amount needed to finalize a potential exit.
Matheus Gonçalves was recently very close to signing with Cruzeiro for €3.5 million (approximately R$22.8 million). However, Flamengo pulled out of the deal in the final moments, frustrating the expectations of the Minas Gerais club, which had already considered the signing virtually certain.
Without a sequence in the main team, the youngster returned to play for the under-20s, where he stood out in a friendly against Bayer Leverkusen , won 5-1. His last match as a starter in the professional team was in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Betano do Brasil, against Atlético-MG, but the discreet performance ended up cooling new chances in the team.
After strong speculations linking him to Mengão, the Fenerbahçe player is on the radar of the Rio Grande do Sul team, which is looking for impactful reinforcements for the attack.
08 Ago 2025 | 16:00 |
Anderson Talisca , often associated with Flamengo, is now gaining new traction in Brazilian football. Currently playing for Fenerbahçe in Turkey, he could be closer to joining Grêmio, which is seeking reinforcements to bolster its attacking sector.
Discovered by Bahia, 31-year-old Talisca arrived at the Turkish club this season after spending three and a half years playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. However, recent interest in Brazilian football has focused on the Rio Grande do Sul team led by Mano Menezes, who prioritizes Roger Guedes up front but has also received offers involving other prominent names, including the midfielder.
According to journalist Fábio Vargas, who covers the club's coverage, Grêmio has been evaluating several options to strengthen its squad. Anderson Talisca is among the players being considered, as the club attempts to secure key players to compete in the upcoming season.
Since leaving Brazil, the midfielder has racked up significant numbers for European and Middle Eastern clubs . After a stint at Benfica, where he was initially signed, Talisca had a stint at Besiktas before beginning his journey in Arab football.
Last season, Anderson Talisca played 23 games for Fenerbahçe in the second half of the Turkish league, registering 12 goals and 2 assists, totaling 14 direct participations in goals , demonstrating his attacking influence at the club.
Mengão hosts Leão this Saturday (9) for the Brasileirão and the game gained weight for the coach after elimination from the Copa do Brasil
08 Ago 2025 | 15:38 |
After being eliminated from the Copa do Brasil , Flamengo turns its attention to the Brasileirão this Saturday (09), when it faces Mirassol at Maracanã. For journalist Renato Mauricio Prado, the clash is crucial not only for maintaining the lead, but also to calm spirits inside and outside the club .
Renato Maurício Prado on Flamengo x Mirassol: "This game against Mirassol is crucial"
According to RMP, the match is about much more than just three points. A victory would help restore the fans' confidence and ease the pressure on the board and the squad, still frustrated by the relegation from the national tournament: "This match against Mirassol is crucial for Flamengo to calm its own fans and even the club's internal atmosphere ," the commentator emphasized.
Although the Copa do Brasil wasn't a priority this season, RMP emphasizes that any elimination creates discomfort. Therefore, responding immediately on the field is essential to demonstrate that the focus remains firmly on competing for the remaining titles.
The defeat sparked sporadic criticism of Filipe Luís's work, especially given recent underwhelming performances. However, Renato Mauricio Prado assures that, internally, the coach is not at risk of being fired and considers any speculation to that effect absurd.
"Within Flamengo , I can guarantee: Filipe Luís is not at risk . And it would be absurd if he were," he stated. After facing Mirassol, Mengão turns its attention to the Libertadores, with the first game of the round of 16 against Internacional, at Maracanã, next Wednesday (13).
Mengão will face a decisive challenge and its opponent, who is not in great form, sees fans organize demonstrations in front of the arena.
08 Ago 2025 | 15:12 |
On the eve of the duel against Flamengo in the round of 16 of the Libertadores , Internacional was the target of protests from its own fans this Friday (08). The dissatisfaction is a consequence of the elimination to Fluminense in the Copa do Brasil, confirmed last Wednesday (06), and the performance below expectations in the last matches.
Critical banners were hung around Beira-Rio Stadium, bearing messages such as: "Wake up, Roger," "How hungry are you?", "Libertadores is a must," and "Too much money, not enough football ." The team, led by Roger Machado, has gone four games without a win—two losses and two draws.
In the Brazilian Championship, Internacional occupies 13th place with 21 points, just six more than the first club inside the relegation zone. The next opportunity to react will be this Saturday (09), against Bragantino, in the 19th round.
Despite also being eliminated from the Copa do Brasil, Flamengo hasn't faced any recent protests. Under Filipe Luís, the team remains top of the Brasileirão , has qualified for the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, and didn't prioritize the knockout tournament this season.
The first clash between Flamengo and Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores will be on Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The duel will be broadcast by Rede Globo. The return match is scheduled for the 20th, at Beira-Rio.