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The Brazilian National Team will have six changes in the starting lineup for the match against Argentina , this Tuesday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time), at Monumental de Núñez , in Buenos Aires . Coach Dorival Júnior confirmed that Wesley, from Flamengo, will be a starter. In addition, the coach stated that four changes will be forced due to absences, while two occur due to technical choice.
Changes in the starting lineup
Alisson and Gerson , who are out due to injury, are leaving the team, as are Gabriel Magalhães and Bruno Guimarães , who are suspended. Vanderson and João Pedro will lose their places due to Dorival's choice.
With that, Brazil will take to the field for the duel against Argentina with: Bento, Wesley , Marquinhos, Murillo and Guilherme Arana; André, Joelinton and Raphinha; Vini, Rodrygo and Matheus Cunha.
The lineup was tested in Sunday's training session, where Savinho was even used among the starters. However, Dorival confirmed that Matheus Cunha will be chosen to start the game.
Dorival explains choices
In a press conference, the coach highlighted the need for changes and demonstrated confidence in the team:
"We have four necessary changes that have already been defined. We are making two for the opening of the match. Matheus Cunha is taking João's ( Pedro ) place and Wesley is taking Vanderson 's place. The others were due to losses we had in the last match. With six possible changes, I am sure that we will have a team that will be prepared to play a great game against a great opponent that deserves all our respect," declared the Brazil coach.
Dorival also commented on the entry of Wesley , from Flamengo , on the side:
"Wesley is in a process of evolution. Vanderson played a good game, he marked one of the most dangerous players in world football . He had great duels with them. When Wesley came in, we won a little more because Vanderson exhausted himself a little more due to his great passes and good duels. I hope Wesley can reach the same level he showed at Flamengo. His performance, his freedom of movement. Argentina doesn't have a fixed player in that position", concluded Dorival.
The team enters the field looking for a victory to establish itself in the Qualifiers against Argentina, the leader of the competition, in one of the most anticipated clashes of the competition.
Coach highlights dedication and evolution of the Spaniard, who is in a high-performance phase after arriving at the club and an outstanding performance against Juventude
14 Set 2025 | 19:56 |
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After the away win over Juventude , Filipe Luís took advantage of the press conference to discuss Saúl's current form. The Spaniard has been one of the team's standouts this season , contributing assists, marking, and attacking presence. For the coach, the midfielder is enjoying the peak of his career and is a model of professionalism.
"We're seeing the best Saúl . Perhaps the best Saúl of his career. That's thanks to him and, obviously, to the club for believing in and being able to recapture this player's potential. Everyone knows about his career and the crucial role he played wherever he went , especially at Atlético Madrid. But recapturing the best Saúl was a challenge, and it was up to him," he said before concluding.
" He's at a very high level. I think having a son is always a great motivator . I also didn't expect that after all this effort, waking up at 4 a.m., catching two flights, and playing here for 90 minutes, he would play with such quality. He's a unique player, and we're very lucky to have him here with us," said Filipe Luís.
Saúl was one of the players responsible for the decisive pass that led to the first goal in the victory against Juventude and has been consistently performing in various competitions. According to members of the football department, his dedication to training and his quick adaptation to the club have been key factors in his improved performance.
With Filipe Luís at the helm, Mengão has 50 points in the Brazilian Championship and still has a game in hand . Their next match will be in the Libertadores, against Estudiantes, on Thursday at 9:30 pm at Maracanã.
The coach of Mais Querido highlights the importance of the quarterfinals of the international competition, but explains that he only started thinking about the duel with Estudiantes
14 Set 2025 | 19:45 |
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After Flamengo's victory over Juventude at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, which ended a 28-year drought, Filipe Luís made a point of keeping his feet on the ground when discussing the upcoming Libertadores challenge . While acknowledging the magnitude of the quarterfinal match against Estudiantes, the coach emphasized that all his preparation up to that point had been focused on the Brazilian Championship.
"You're right when you say it's the most important game of the year. For me, it is. Given the importance of the Libertadores quarterfinals against Estudiantes. After the incredible season we've had, of course it's the most important game of the year. But honestly, I only prepared for the Juventude game. I did everything thinking about how to beat Juventude," he said before concluding.
"Starting tomorrow, we'll begin studying and working to determine the best solutions to face Estudiantes. They're undoubtedly a formidable opponent, especially since they're one of the Argentine teams that competes so well. We have Central Córdoba in the group stage as an example," said the coach.
With the positive result in Caxias do Sul, Flamengo reached 50 points in the Brasileirão and maintained its sole lead, with a game in hand over second-place Palmeiras. Cruzeiro is in third place and could close the gap in the standings. The match against Estudiantes is scheduled for Thursday at 9:30 pm at Maracanã.
When asked about the offer from Fenerbahçe of Turkey, Filipe Luís said he was flattered by the foreign interest , but emphasized that it wasn't the right time to leave. The coach revealed he was clear about his professional goals and emphasized that he was focused on his current job.
Right-back scores for the first time with Manto Sagrado in the away win; Arrascaeta equals the goalscoring record and Mengão remains firmly at the top
14 Set 2025 | 19:28 |
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Flamengo defeated Juventude at the Alfredo Jaconi stadium, ending a 28-year winless streak at the stadium. The second goal of the 2-0 victory was scored by Emerson Royal, who scored his first goal for the Manto Sagrado . The full-back celebrated the feat after the match, highlighting the specific training for this type of play.
" Definitely. I've been working hard all week on that play in the second half. I tell Lino to put that ball in the second half. And today, thank God, I was happy with the goal ," said the player.
Despite his chemistry with Samuel Lino, it was Jorge Carrascal who set up Emerson Royal. The Colombian delivered a precise cross, finding the full-back behind the opposing defense to double the lead . The first goal had been scored by Arrascaeta , who reached his 18th goal of the season, tying his personal best.
"He's a player who needs no introduction. We know Arrasca's quality . Any player can make a difference for us. So, a player of his quality is a privilege for us," Royal praised his teammate.
Under Filipe Luís, Flamengo has reached 50 points in the Brazilian Championship and still has a game in hand. Palmeiras is in second place with 46 points and two games remaining, while Cruzeiro has 44 and could close the gap. Flamengo's next match will be in the Copa Libertadores, this Thursday at 9:30 pm, against Estudiantes at Maracanã.
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