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The player plays in American football and also spoke about a possible return to Brazil
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Several athletes, from all sports, dream of being able to play for Flamengo one day. This time it was no different, an athlete from the NFL, the main American football league in the United States and the world, has the dream of defending the Sacred Mantle in sport.
Cairo Santos, 32-year-old Brazilian, from the Kicker Bears, a of the franchises that compete in the NFL, he is a Flamengo fan and went to the United States in search of an opportunity to compete in the Breton sport, but it was in American football that he found his passion.
MISS BRAZIL AND CULTUREIn an interview with the portal R7 Esportes, the player spoke about the possibility of returning to Brazil, and about the longing he feels for Brazilian culture and cuisine living in North America.
“I think that living in Brazil, for now, we [Cairo and his wife] don’t think about. I have two young children, ages 2 and 3, and they are very used to it here [Chicago]. In fact, we're going to Brazil for the first time next month. But we never say no to Brazil because we have a lot of family there, we really like Brazilian culture”, he said, talking about the quality of life, but adding it to cuisine.
“Even here we have barbecues, the We go to Brazilian markets and satisfy our longing for farofa, cheese bread. So Brazil will always be inside me. And now it depends on what the children will be doing when the time comes to decide where we will live”, added Cairo Santos.
DREAM OF DEFENDING FLAMENGO AND PROMOTING SPORT IN BRAZIL< Cairo also took the opportunity to talk about a possible return to Brazil and stay connected with American football in general. He also reported his desire to play for Flamengo one day.“I do intend, after my career is over, to still be involved in American football. I've worked with technical schools that have helped me along my journey and I love working with that. The feedback I have from athletes with whom I was able to participate in camps, not only here (United States), but also in Brazil, has been something that moves me. So it's very gratifying for me, it's something I want to continue doing”, declared the NFL athlete.
“If my presence helps to grow the sport, to generate more sponsorship and audience for the sport, I will there with my little 40-year-old leg and I do kick it a few times. I think it would be really cool to experience this with Brazilian players, with fans who are increasingly following the sport. Flamengo, if it wants to open its doors one day for the 40-year-old, I’ll be ready”, concluded Cairo.
Mais Querido will decide the match in Gávea, next Saturday (5)
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On the afternoon of this past Saturday (28), Flamengo visited Fluminense in a game valid for the first leg of the Carioca U20 Women's final. The teams were only tied at 1-1 and, now, Mais Querido needs to win the return duel to become champion.
In the match between group leaders in the first phase, Flamengo and Fluminense played a busy game, with command of the tricolor team. However, the confrontation ended with no change in the score, and the decision was made on October 5th, in Gávea.
MATCH SUMMARYFluminense were the hosts of the match and started better, imposing himself in the confrontation. However, it was the Mais Querido who opened the scoring first. In the 17th minute, Mariana Fernandes took advantage of the opponent's defense and sent it into the back of the net.
However, Fluminense tied the game at the beginning of the second half. That's because, after three minutes, the tricolor managed to leave everything the same. Still during the match, Rubro-Negro hit the post on two occasions.
NEXT CONFRONTATIONSo, the teams will face each other again on October 5th, at 3pm, in Gávea. In order to win the Carioca Under-20 Women's Championship trophy, Mais Querido needs to beat the Laranjeiras team by two or more goals difference.
The athlete also highlights that she will take advantage of her vacation to take care of her physical and mental health
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Flamengo athlete, Rebeca Andrade revealed what her priorities will be in the coming days: vacation, with a focus on mental and physical health. At an event held this past Friday (27), in São Paulo, the gymnast spoke about the beginning of her cycle for the Los Angeles Olympic Games.
During the COB Expo, Rebeca Andrade highlighted that she is still determined not to compete on the floor, a device on which she is the current Olympic champion. She also reveals that she is tired and feels a lot of pain.
"At the moment, I don't want to. Maybe because I'm still very tired, I feel a lot of pain. Only time will tell. But if it's my choice … I still have four years to train, I can do just two sets in two years, and then, maybe, if I need to do it, I'll do the solo. I hope I don't have to, I hope other super talented girls come along and do a lot. well. But if they need it, if in my head and in my body I can do it, I'll do it, but I hope I don't have to", said Rebeca Andrade.
BRAZIL'S BIGGEST OLYMPIC MEDALIST< Rebeca Andrade shone in yet another Olympics and became Brazil's greatest Olympic medalist. The Mais Querido gymnast won a gold, a silver and a bronze at the Paris Games.Now, at 25, Rebeca has two golds, three silvers and a bronze in her Olympic career, which still has one more chapter planned for Los Angeles 2028.
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