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In a recent statement in the “Game Review”, the defender of Flamengo, David Luiz, highlighted the importance of mental preparation of football players. The topic has been gaining prominence on the sporting agenda and is treated as a priority in major clubs in Brazil and around the world. In football, a sport that demands both physical and emotional aspects, the mental aspect can be a differentiator both for performance on the field and for the training and career of athletes.
Increasingly, mental health is seen as a fundamental pillar for the development and evolution of athletes, especially in youth categories. In addition to technical and physical issues, the ability to deal with pressure, defeats and even harassment from fans and critics is a decisive factor. According to David Luiz, mental preparation should be seen as an extension of traditional training. For him, psychological support helps athletes maintain focus and develop resilience, essential qualities to deal with the challenges and adversities of sport.
FLAMENGO WINS ITS MOMENT WITH MENTALITY ENHANCED
No Flamengo, as with other elite teams, there is increasing attention to the emotional well-being of players. The board and technical team have invested in psychological counseling and multidisciplinary support, with psychologists and professionals specialized in mental training. The goal is to provide a healthy environment that builds athletes' confidence and allows them to perform at a high level consistently. This support is especially important for young talents, who are just starting their careers and still adapting to the pressure and intense pace of professional football.
The positive impact of mental health on sports performance is supported by studies and practical examples. Clubs and national teams that incorporate this approach have seen a reduction in stress-related injuries and an increase in athletes' ability to concentrate. In the case of Flamengo, the valorization of the mental side has helped to create a more solid environment for the development of new talents and for the recovery of players who face moments of fluctuation in performance. By integrating psychological support, the club demonstrates commitment to the comprehensive well-being of its players, helping to strengthen not only the team, but also Flamengo's image as an institution that supports sport.
At 37, the Mengão player says it's time to enjoy his family and leave the sport aside for a while after three decades as an athlete.
18 Set 2025 | 13:41 |
The career of one of the greatest Brazilian midfielders of recent decades has come to an end . Renato Augusto, a Flamengo player, has announced his retirement from football . His last club was Fluminense, where he terminated his contract four months ago.
Renato Augusto, Flamengo product: "The time has come to hang up my boots"
"The time has come to say goodbye. Or even a see you soon to football . It's time to turn to the other side of life, pay more attention to my children, and return to being a full-time father and husband. The time has come to hang up my boots," he declared in an interview with GE.
Now, the former player intends to dedicate more time to his wife, Fernanda, and his sons, Romeu, seven, and Mateo, two. The decision was motivated not only by the natural physical limitations of his age , but mainly by the desire to be more present in his family's life.
"It's really hard to actually say, 'I'm going to stop.' For 31 years, that's all I did. Since I was six years old, I've always been playing. I thought it would be easy, but it wasn't. What weighed most heavily was the desire to be closer to my family," he said.
Discovered in 2005, Renato Augusto wore the Sacred Mantle in 93 matches, scoring nine goals. In 2006, he won his first titles: the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Carioca, repeating the state title in 2007. In 2008, he transferred to Bayer Leverkusen in Germany in a €10 million deal, a fee that helped the club pay off debts and retain midfielder Ibson.
After five years in Europe, he returned to Brazil in 2013, but revealed that Flamengo showed no interest in him. So, he moved on to Corinthians, where he became an idol , and later played for Beijing Guoan in China. At the end of his career, he played for Corinthians again and ended his career at Fluminense.
At 37 years old, Renato Augusto says goodbye as a player of refined class, with memorable spells at top clubs and call-ups to the Brazilian National Team , leaving his mark on national and international football.
Recovered, defender returns to Filipe Luís's team for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals; Jorginho is doubtful and could be out
18 Set 2025 | 12:20 |
Flamengo will have an important reinforcement for the duel this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Defender Léo Ortiz returns to the starting lineup after serving an automatic suspension in the Brasileirão and is confirmed for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Estudiantes.
In addition to Léo Ortiz , other players are available again for Filipe Luís , including Varela and Bruno Henrique, who were rested against Juventude. Alex Sandro and Jorginho, on the other hand, remain doubtful and will have their fitness assessed shortly before the match.
Right-back Guillermo Varela, the team's starting right-back, is on the field with a yellow card. If he receives another warning, the Uruguayan will be out of the second leg, scheduled for September 25th at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in La Plata.
To face Estudiantes, Flamengo must maintain the base of the team that has been playing: Rossi; Varela (Emerson Royal), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saúl, De La Cruz (Jorginho) and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.
Eduardo Domínguez will have almost his entire squad available for the game later today. He's expected to field the following: Muslera; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez, and Santiago Arzamendia; Ascacíbar, Gabriel Neves, Amondarain, and Medina; Tiago Palacios and Guido Carrillo.
The full-back has a yellow card and, if he receives another punishment at the Maracanã, he will be out of the decisive clash in Argentina in the quarterfinals.
18 Set 2025 | 11:59 |
Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (18) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Estudiantes at Maracanã for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. In addition to the weight of the confrontation, coach Filipe Luís needs to manage an extra concern: right-back Guillermo Varela is suspended and could become an important absence for the return leg , scheduled for September 25, at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata.
After resting some starters over the weekend, Filipe Luís will have reinforcements for the match. Varela, Bruno Henrique, and Léo Ortiz return after absences against Juventude , increasing the team's strength. Meanwhile, Alex Sandro and Jorginho are doubtful and will have their fitness assessed hours before the game.
On the other side, Estudiantes will have confirmed absences. Coach Eduardo Domínguez will be without González Pirez and Edwuin Cetré, both in the medical department. Even so, 27 players traveled to Rio de Janeiro and completed their final training session at Fluminense's training center in the West Zone. The Argentine team reaches the quarterfinals after defeating Cerro Porteño 1-0 on aggregate.
FLAMENGO (Coach: Filipe Luis): Rossi; Varela (Emerson Royal), Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saul, De La Cruz (Jorginho) and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.
ESTUDIATES (Coach: Eduardo Domínguez): Muslera; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez and Santiago Arzamendia; Ascacíbar, Gabriel Neves, Amondarain and Medina; Tiago Palacios and Guido Carrillo.
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