Soccer
30 Mai 2024 | 06:50 |
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Highlight of the final stretch of the NBB, Didi Louzada is going through a great phase at Flamengo. The shooting guard was the player from the Rio club who was on the court the most in the three-game series against Bauru in the semi-finals of the competition. In total there were 89 minutes, with 31 points scored. Now, Didi is preparing for the best-of-five series of the championship final, against Franca, which starts next Saturday, June 1st, at 11:10 am. In an interview with the Ubuntu Esporte Clube podcast, the athlete comments on the winning season for Flamengo and dreams of the Paris Olympics.
"I've been a red-black since I was little and playing for Flamengo was a dream. We won the World Cup Super 8, but I want the Brazilian title", he said. In the midst of the final stretch of the NBB, Marcos Henrique, better known as Didi, is looking forward to competing in the Pre-Olympic with Brazil, between July 2nd and 7th, in Riga, Latvia. It is the country's last chance to guarantee a place in the Paris 2024 Games. The player was called up by coach Aleksandar Petrovic, who also called him up for the national team for the first time, in 2018.
"We have a great chance of qualifying Our group is very strong and has qualified players. We have Raulzinho, Gui Santos, Yago, Bruno Caboclo… The team will have difficulties in the second phase against Latvia and Georgia. but we are going to look for this vacancy", he added.
Before facing Latvia and Georgia, the team faces Montenegro and Cameroon in the first phase. Brazil needs to be champion, as only the winner of the Pre-Olympics gets a place in the Olympics through the tournament.
Didi, 24 years old, doesn't hide her desire to return to the NBA. The athlete was selected 35th in the 2019 Draft. Despite being recruited by the Atlanta Hawks, he was involved in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans. After a period with the Sydney Kings, in Australia, he returned to the NBA in 2021. There were only five games for the Louisiana franchise, but with remarkable moments. In addition to interacting with great players like Josh Hart and Zion Williamson, Didi had the opportunity to face superstars like LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
Former Mengão player says that, if the team scores a goal, he will celebrate, and emphasizes that the classic is decisive in the fight for the Brasileirão title.
07 Out 2025 | 18:59 |
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In an interview with journalist André Hernan, midfielder Andreas Pereira , currently with Palmeiras and a former Flamengo player, commented on his expectations for the match against Mengão. The player, who was marked by a mistake in the Libertadores final against the green and white team , assured that he will not hide his celebration if he scores against his former club.
"If I score, I'm here at Palmeiras. Everything they've done for me, the love for my family. If I score, I'll celebrate, " declared Andreas Pereira. He added: "It's part of football; I'm defending Palmeiras. It's my club. If I score, there will be a celebration."
The duel between Palmeiras and Flamengo is considered crucial in the fight for the Brasileirão Série A title . Andreas Pereira emphasized the relevance of the match for the competition and for the green and white team itself.
"A special game, of great importance in this title race. It's going to be a very important game, my first for Palmeiras there," the midfielder predicted. He added: " I'll definitely want to win to distance ourselves and make it a little easier for us ."
The statement shows that, despite the memories of his time at Rubro-Negro, Andreas is focused on helping Palmeiras gain important points in the table , reinforcing the competitiveness of the classic in the Brazilian Championship.
Flamengo and Palmeiras remain the main contenders for the Brasileirão title, and Andreas Pereira's reunion adds tension to the clash. Expectations are for an intense match, decisive both for the lead and for determining the balance between the teams in the final stretch of the competition.
Right-back currently at Corinthians, he has attracted interest from English football and could generate future gains of 30% from the sale to Flamengo in 2026
07 Out 2025 | 18:42 |
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Flamengo could receive an unexpected boost to its coffers in 2026 with the potential transfer of Corinthians right-back Matheuzinho to clubs in England . The deal, if successful, would yield 30% of the sale price to Flamengo , a percentage that has remained unchanged since the transfer in 2024.
At the time, the São Paulo club acquired 60% of the player's economic rights for around €4 million , approximately R$21 million, while 10% remained with Londrina, the club where he trained. Flamengo made an immediate profit of R$12.8 million between the purchase and sale, but the real financial potential lies in future negotiations, should European interest materialize.
At Corinthians , the 23-year-old full-back excelled under Dorival Júnior and became a key player in the team's defense. Initially surrounded by suspicion, Matheuzinho demonstrated consistency and consistency, racking up standout performances throughout the season.
His performance has caught the attention of the international market. English clubs are already monitoring the player and preparing inquiries for the next transfer window. Although the names of the interested teams have not been disclosed, the player's value is evident , increasing the chances of future profits for Mengão.
Behind the scenes, the outlook is considered positive. The player's increased value and European interest could generate significant gains for Flamengo , in addition to keeping the club alert to the market and potential investment opportunities for future signings.
After losing 1-0 to Bahia, Mengão is looking to get back to winning ways in the next five rounds of the Brasileirão
07 Out 2025 | 15:49 |
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Flamengo suffered a 1-0 loss to Bahia, a result that complicated its position in the Brasileirão standings. In its last five matches, the "Mais Querido" has won only one , drawn three, and now has lost one, highlighting the team's need for an immediate response.
Coach Filipe Luís will have ten days to adjust the team before the next match, scheduled for October 15th against Botafogo. The FIFA break will be crucial, as most of Mengão's key players are not involved in international call-ups and can participate fully in training.
Flamengo reached agreements with the federations to protect its players. The club's medical department sent reports detailing the physical strain caused by the backlog of matches , particularly regarding players who could have been called up by Uruguay.
Therefore, the red-black team returns to the field on October 15th, for the 28th round of the Brasileirão , against Botafogo, at 7:30 pm, at Nilton Santos Stadium. After the loss to Bahia, Flamengo occupies second place in the table with 55 points , tied with Palmeiras, who has the advantage in the number of victories.
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