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16 Mar 2025 | 18:22 |
Even before the start of the match, players from both teams already showed concern for arbitration. Pre-game statements reflected the tension regarding the conduct of the decisive classic, highlighting the expectation for a balanced performance of the referees. In the first confrontation of the final, held on Wednesday (12), Flamengo won the Fluminense 2-1, with goals from Wesley and Juninho . With this result, Red-Black entered the field on Sunday with the advantage of the draw to secure the state title.
Black-Black Domain in the first half
during the first time of the decisive match, Flamengo demonstrated superiority in offensive actions. The team created several goal opportunities, pressing the tricolor defense and demanding good defenses from goalkeeper Fabio . However, despite the chances created, the score remained unchanged to the break. Otávio and de la cr UZ intensified tension in the classic. The referee's decision not to consult the VAR and apply only the yellow card generated debates about driving the arbitration in the match. Sports fans and commentators questioned the judge's interpretation in the face of the severity of the absence. After the incident, players and members of the most beloved coaching staff expressed dissatisfaction with the decision of arbitration. of expulsion of the tricolor steering wheel. The pressure on the referee increased, reflecting the importance of confrontation and the need for accurate decisions. In return to the second stage, Fluminense tried to balance the actions and seek the goal that could change the course of the decision. href = "https://gazetadourubu.com/noticia/orcida-na-bro-plata-perde-gol-para-o-flamengo-que-sagrary-not-ran-campeao" target = "_ blank"> crf and in the safe interventions of the red-black goalkeeper. With the advantage gained in the first game and the solidity demonstrated in the return match, Flamengo managed to manage the result. Even in the face of Fluminense's onslaught.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
Rubro-negro evaluates changes in the starting lineup for the clash with the Argentine team this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, for the Libertadores
17 Set 2025 | 14:49 |
Up front, Bruno Henrique is recovered and available to play, expanding coach Filipe Luís's offensive options. Plata and Luiz Araújo are also options at wing. Léo Ortiz returns to the defensive system after missing the match against Juventude.
A possible Flamengo lineup for Thursday has: Rossi; Emerson Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (or Viña); Allan (or De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
According to information gathered, the club's coaching staff is likely to opt for midfielder Jorginho, who is recovering from a muscle edema. Although he is fit to play, the club does not want to risk losing him for an extended period.
Without Jorginho, coach Filipe Luís is evaluating the best alternatives for the position. De La Cruz and Saúl are the main candidates to form a partnership with Saúl in midfield . The coach will lead the final training session before the match on Wednesday (17) to determine his replacement.
Another confirmed absence is left-back Alex Sandro, who is nursing a calf injury and will be unfit to play. Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña are competing for the starting spot on the left wing.
Conmebol announces changes to the VAR process and will now be valid for the duel between Mengão and the La Plata club in the quarterfinals
17 Set 2025 | 14:10 |
Conmebol announced this Tuesday (16) an important new development for the quarterfinal stage of the Libertadores . From this stage onwards, the main referee will immediately communicate his decision to the entire public present at the stadium , ensuring greater transparency in the arbitration process.
This measure has already been used in the organization's competitions. In the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana, for example, the rule was applied experimentally . Now, it officially returns for the decisive matches of the Copa Libertadores.
The first duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Thursday (18), at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The stadium will have a full house: All tickets were sold in advance , guaranteeing an estimated audience of around 69 thousand people.
The return leg is scheduled for September 25th in La Plata, Argentina, also at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). It will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) . Fans can stay up to date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.