Soccer
22 Mai 2025 | 08:13 |
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Flamengo secured a spot in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil by beating Botafogo-PB 4-2 on Wednesday night (21) at Maracanã. Author of the first goal for Flamengo, defender Danilo celebrated the special moment with the fans and spoke about his growing identification with the club.
I know almost all the songs..."
“It might seem like I’m sucking up or, in a way, forcing something, but it’s something that really comes naturally. I know almost all the songs, I’m living this environment and the atmosphere that Flamengo has. When I’m on the field, I try to enjoy myself and abstain from pressure and external judgment. I try to live in the moment, because it’s unique to me,” said Danilo, in the mixed zone after the match.
Since arriving at Flamengo in February 2025, Danilo has played 11 games for the Manto Sagrado , totaling 836 minutes on the field . At 33 years old, the defender scored two goals and provided one assist, starting in nine of those matches.
Despite his good performances, Danilo is still trying to establish himself as a starter. Filipe Luís has been using Léo Pereira and Léo Ortiz as the main duo, but has been rotating the position to preserve the squad physically. It is worth remembering that the number 13 recently returned from a muscle injury in his right thigh.
With Danilo available, Flamengo is preparing for one of the great national classics. On Sunday (25), they face Palmeiras at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Allianz Parque , for the tenth round of the Brazilian Championship.
Mengão player is in the process of obtaining Brazilian citizenship and could be called up to the Brazilian National Team if he obtains naturalization
03 Out 2025 | 15:35 |
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Argentine goalkeeper Agustín Rossi , who has played for Flamengo since 2023, is in the process of obtaining Brazilian citizenship, raising the possibility of playing for the Brazilian national team in the future. The situation raises questions about the player's eligibility and FIFA's rules for changing nationality.
If Rossi obtains naturalization, he would be eligible to represent Brazil under current sports legislation. The player has not yet played any official matches for the Argentine national team, which would prevent him from making the switch.
In 2020, FIFA relaxed its rules for changing nationality, allowing athletes to play for national teams other than their home country, provided they meet certain criteria. A player can represent another country if, before the age of 21, he or she has played in a maximum of three official matches for the senior national team and has not competed in a World Cup.
Rossi was named in Argentina's official match against Bolivia in a 2022 World Cup qualifier in September 2021, but did not take the field. According to FIFA's governance and eligibility rules:
The striker once again showed his rapport and friendship with his former teammates at Mengão, but the fans were on his back during the match.
03 Out 2025 | 15:25 |
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In the goalless draw between Flamengo and Cruzeiro , last Thursday (02), striker Gabigol experienced a special reunion with the red-black fans at Maracanã . Even with few minutes on the field, the former Fla player relived memorable moments of his time at the club.
Before the ball rolled, Gabigol greeted players and members of the Rio de Janeiro team. Among the photos, a hug with Filipe Luís, Flamengo 's current coach and former locker roommate, stood out. The number 9 also posed smiling alongside Arrascaeta and hugged old friends like Rodrigo Caio and Léo Pereira.
During the game, when visiting his former teammates on the bench, the striker even reproduced the famous “ fusion ” celebration, which marked the successful partnership with Bruno Henrique in Flamengo's golden days.
Gabigol only entered the field in the 42nd minute of the second half, right after William was sent off for Cruzeiro. After the final whistle, he made a point of praising the result on social media: " +1 point, thank you blue nation for the support! Now we'll see you at home ."
After the draw with Cruzeiro, with Gabigo, Flamengo does not have much time to rest . On Sunday (05), the team faces Bahia, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast exclusively by Premiere.
Alviverde signs former Mengão athlete for the under-20 team until 2027; striker arrives at no cost and with a history of international titles
03 Out 2025 | 15:04 |
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Palmeiras announced the signing of 19-year-old striker Felipe Teresa from Flamengo. The young player was released by the Rio de Janeiro club on September 22, 2025, after behavioral issues stemming from dissatisfaction with losing his starting spot in the under-20 team.
According to Rádio Itatiaia, the striker's contract with Alviverde will last two seasons, and the São Paulo club will retain 70% of the player's economic rights . Felipe Teresa 's arrival is seen as a strategic reinforcement for the attacking sector and comes at no cost.
Discovered by Independente de Limeira, Felipe Teresa joined Flamengo in 2022, at just 15 years old. In 2023, he was promoted to the main squad, scoring a goal against Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship. Along the way, he accumulated significant titles, including two U-20 Libertadores Cups (2024 and 2025) and two U-20 Club World Cups (2024 and 2025), in addition to the 2025 Carioca Championship.
With notable spells at Flamengo , Felipe Teresa arrives at Palmeiras as a competitive option for the attack , being able to compete for position with the main names of the under-20 team and contribute with mobility and efficiency in finishing.
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