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Cuéllar could return to Grêmio against Flamengo

The Colombian played for Mengão between 2016 and 2019 and returned to Brazilian football to play for Imortal, but has been out since the Gauchão semi-final

Cuéllar could return to the Grêmio team for the match against Flamengo in the Brazilian Championship - Photo: Lucas Uebel/Grêmio FBPA

09 Abr 2025 | 09:37 |

Flamengo returns to the field for the Brazilian Championship next Sunday (13), when it faces Grêmio, in Porto Alegre, for the third round of the competition. And for the duel against Rubro-Negro, the team from Rio Grande do Sul can count on the return of Colombian midfielder Gustavo Cuéllar .

Signed at the beginning of the season, Cuéllar was removed from the Grêmio squad to resolve personal issues and, as a result, was left out of decisive matches in the Campeonato Gaúcho. Without playing since the state semifinal, the former Flamengo player trained normally with the squad last week and is available to the coaching staff.

Now, the decision on whether he will be included in the squad will be up to Argentine coach Gustavo Quinteros and the Grêmio coaching staff. The midfielder became known in Brazilian football for wearing the Flamengo jersey. Cuellar arrived at Mais Querido in 2016 and quickly became one of the fans' favorites. However, after family problems, he left the club for Al Hilal.

NEXT CHALLENGE FOR THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

The duel between Grêmio and Flamengo takes place at 5:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena do Grêmio. Rubro-Negro arrives at the match undefeated, with four points added in two rounds , occupying the sixth position in the table. In the last duel between the teams, Imortal defeated Mengão 3-2 at home, in a game that took place right before Mais Querido's elimination from the Libertadores, which culminated in the dismissal of coach Tite .

BEFORE, THERE'S THE LIBERTADORES AT MARACANÃ

Before thinking about the duel for the Brasileirão, Flamengo has an important commitment this Wednesday (09), at 9:30 pm, against Central Córdoba (ARG), at Maracanã , for the second round of the group stage of the Copa Libertadores. The team led by Filipe Luís seeks to maintain the good phase also in the continental tournament.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

Cuéllar could return to Grêmio against Flamengo