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KEEP AN EYE ON THE CASE! DECISION OF GABIGOL'S APPEAL HAS THE TERM EXTENDED BY THE ACCUSATION

Defense still awaits response on player's appeal in April

16 Abr 2024 | 10:12 |

The Brazilian Authority of Doping Control (ABCD) waited until the last possible day to appoint the referee who will represent her in the trial of striker Gabigol's suspension appeal at the Arbitration Court of Esporte (CAS), in Switzerland.

Gabigol's defense filed the appeal on April 2, along with the choice of its referee, and the prosecution used the maximum period of two weeks to nominate its representative. It is still necessary to appoint a third arbitrator, by the CAS itself, so that a decision can be made on the suspensive effect.

The expectation of Gabigol's defense is that this appointment will take place by the end of this week. From then on, the decision on the suspensive effect can be made at any time – there is no deadline or date set for judgment, with the arbitrators' decision only being informed to the parties to the process.

In the appeal, Gabigol's lawyers ask speed of the court, as the delay could result in Gabigol serving much or even all of the suspension without there being a final decision from CAS on the sentence itself. To guarantee this speed, Gabigol's defense even paid the part of the legal costs that would be borne by ABCD so that the process would not be delayed further.

The defense's expectation is to achieve the suspensive effect by the end of this month. Until then, Gabigol will continue to maintain his physical fitness at home, as he cannot visit Flamengo's facilities during his suspension.

Gabigol was suspended last month, retroactively for two years from the 8th of April 2023, for alleged fraud in an anti-doping test at Ninho do Urubu. The defense is betting on the tight margin of conviction, of 5 to 4 in the plenary session of the Anti-Doping Sports Justice Court, to trust in the success of Gabigol's appeal.

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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.

KEEP AN EYE ON THE CASE! DECISION OF GABIGOL'S APPEAL HAS THE TERM EXTENDED BY THE ACCUSATION