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DAVID LUIZ LEAVES THE CLASSIC WITH KNEE PAIN AND IS WORRIED FOR THE CONFRONTATION AGAINST THE YOUTH

Defender was replaced by Léo Pereira at halftime of Fla x Flu

23 Jun 2024 | 18:43 |

Flamengo suffered another medical problem this Sunday. The club reported on its social networks that David Luiz felt a problem with his right knee during the first half of the derby against Fluminense and was therefore replaced by Léo Pereira at half-time.

David Luiz has been starting at the back red-black in the last games and even scored two goals. In the final minutes of Fla-Flu's first half, he got involved in some physical disputes with Ganso in the area and ended up receiving a yellow card along with the tricolor midfielder. In the second half, he remained on the bench with ice on his knee.

Flamengo, who has been playing without five players who are in the Copa América (Arrascaeta, De la Cruz, Varela, Viña and Pulgar), has found it difficult to empty its medical department. Allan and Ayrton Lucas returned in the last game against Bahia after recovering from injuries, but Igor Jesus (left ankle) and Cebolinha (hip) are still there.

With the victory against the Rio tricolor, Flamengo reaches 24 points and continues to lead the Brasileirão. Right behind is Bahia with 21, Palmeiras (who are still playing in the round) with 20 and Botafogo also with 20 points, completing the G4.

The next commitment for Tite's men is also for the Brazilian Championship. In this sense, Flamengo will face Juventude, away from home, next Wednesday (26th), at 8pm.

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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.

DAVID LUIZ LEAVES THE CLASSIC WITH KNEE PAIN AND IS WORRIED FOR THE CONFRONTATION AGAINST THE YOUTH