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Classified in the round of 16 of the Libertadores, Flamengo will wait more than two months to return to play in the competition. Just like in 2019, the Copa América will stop the tournament for a long period. However, Rubro-Negro will face challenges it did not face five years ago. At that time, Mais Querido made a change in technical command between the group stage and the start of the knockout stages and included the interruption of the Brasileirão in the competition between teams.
It is unlikely that Flamengo will promote a change in the commission, since the board has a lot of confidence in Tite's work. But the coach will need to deal with difficulties, mainly related to the Brazilian football calendar.
In 2024, the Brasileirão will not be stopped during the Copa América, and the CBF will need to replace two Rubro-Negro matches that were postponed due to the tragedy in Rio Grande do Sul. As a result, the team will not arrive "fresh" as those led by Jorge Jesus arrived to face Emelec.
Another factor that could be a problem for Flamengo This is the level of confrontation you will find in the round of 16. In 2019, the team ended the group stage in the lead and found a modest opponent in the knockout stage. Currently, Mais Querido is in second place in Group E.
Experiencing a great moment due to four consecutive victories, Tite's team will experience a hiatus in search of Eternal Glory. It is too early to assess whether this break will be positive or negative, as it will depend on Rubro-Negro's phase at the beginning of August, but also on the rival they will face.
Among similarities and differences from 2019 to 2024, Flamengo seeks to hold on to the dream of a fourth championship. And become the Brazilian club with the most Libertadores titles and guarantee a place in the Club World Cup.
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Mengão announced that the goalkeeper will be available to journalists at Ninho do Urubu to answer questions before an important game.
16 Set 2025 | 11:12 |
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Flamengo resumed training this Tuesday (16), at Ninho do Urubu, with an eye on the duel against Estudiantes (ARG), for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The training session led by Filipe Luís began at 9:30 am (Brasília time). After the activity, goalkeeper Rossi will give a press conference , scheduled for 11:30 am.
Flamengo 's next match takes place on Thursday (18), when they host Estudiantes at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The first leg of the quarterfinals will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) .
Rubro-Negro is seeking its fourth Libertadores title in 2025. The club has already lifted the trophy three times: 1981, 2019 and 2022. To reach the quarterfinals, the team eliminated Internacional, winning both games: 1-0 at Beira-Rio and 2-0 at Maracanã . After the first leg in Rio de Janeiro, the decision for qualification will be on September 25th, in La Plata, Argentina.
Rossi has been a key player in the campaign. The goalkeeper has played eight matches in the current season, totaling 720 minutes on the field . During this period, Flamengo has achieved five wins, two draws, and only one loss.
The number 1 conceded just three goals in the competition, solidifying his position as one of the team's defensive pillars . Despite this, Mengão's campaign in the competition so far has been inconsistent, with a loss to Central Córdoba and a second-place finish in their group.
Striker hits spectacular shot to secure three points for Raposa and Mengão's lead in the table remains at just three points
16 Set 2025 | 10:53 |
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With a great goal at the end, Gabigol secured Cruzeiro's 2-1 victory over Bahia, on Monday night (15), at Arena Fonte Nova . The result kept the Minas Gerais team firm in the fight for the leadership of the Brasileirão , currently occupied by Flamengo.
The first half was evenly balanced, with few clear-cut chances for either side. After the break, Bahia surged forward and opened the scoring in the 20th minute. In a swift counterattack, former Flamengo player Jean Lucas received the ball at the edge of the box and shot into the bottom right corner of Cássio's net , putting the home side ahead.
Trailing, Cruzeiro made changes that changed the course of the game. The introduction of Sinisterra and Gabigol gave the team a boost. In the 31st minute, Matheus Pereira made a great individual play, dribbling past two defenders, and hitting the post . Sinisterra capitalized on the rebound to equalize.
The equalizer lifted the spirits of the Minas Gerais team, who went in search of a comeback. In the 40th minute, Gabigol received the ball in space in midfield and unleashed a left-footed volley . The ball went straight into the top corner, a stunning goal that sealed Cruzeiro's victory. In celebration, the forward removed his shirt and was subsequently booked.
With the win, Cruzeiro reached 47 points in 23 games, moving into second place. Flamengo remains the undisputed leader with 50 points and a game in hand . Palmeiras is also in contention, with 46 points and two games in hand.
The coach was approached by the Turkish club, but chose to stay at Mengão and the commentator says the choice was the right one
16 Set 2025 | 10:49 |
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Coach Filipe Luís was in Fenerbahçe's (TUR) sights , but chose to remain at Flamengo. Former Flamengo captain Fábio Luciano, now a commentator, the choice was a wise one and further strengthens the coach's position at the club.
Fábio Luciano on Filipe Luís's decision to reject Fenerbahçe and stay at Flamengo: "I'm sure he's right"
Fábio Luciano highlighted Fenerbahçe's stature, but reinforced that Filipe Luís acted correctly in prioritizing Flamengo : "I'm sure he's right. All my respect to Fenerbahçe, a giant club in Turkey, which has signed great players, like goalkeeper Ederson. But Filipe is working very hard in his career. Besides his love for Flamengo , he knows he has great possibilities to continue making his mark on the history of a gigantic club," the former defender stated.
According to Fábio Luciano, the decision also reflects Flamengo's realistic chances of winning this season: " Flamengo is heading in that direction, based on their style of play, the squad they've assembled, and their ability . We're certain that Filipe has a long career ahead of him and that he's very thoughtful about his next steps. It's a great decision for Flamengo fans and for those who follow his work, because it adds a lot."
Finally, the former captain emphasized the importance of Filipe Luís's work in the team's development. "We talk about the quality of the squad, but everything is very interconnected. He has a big influence on Flamengo's style of play: high pressure, connection between players, collective confidence. He's systematic, knowledgeable about football, and fully adapted to the club . There's a lot of respect from the fans and the board for his work. And he knows the objectives he still has to achieve."
Now, the focus turns to the Libertadores. Flamengo faces Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã . The return game, in La Plata, is already scheduled for September 25. The match will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) throughout Brazil.
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