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Dorival Júnior is enchanted by Wesley, from Flamengo, and highlights: "if this process continues..."

The Brazilian National Team coach saw the young full-back change the match against Colombia, last Thursday (20), in a World Cup Qualifiers match

Dorival Júnior saw Wesley, from Flamengo, change the match against Colombia, last Thursday (20) (Reproduction/ Evaristo Sá/AFP)
Dorival Júnior saw Wesley, from Flamengo, change the match against Colombia, last Thursday (20) (Reproduction/ Evaristo Sá/AFP)

22 Mar 2025 | 08:56 |

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Last Thursday (20), Brazil beat Colombia by a score of 2-1, in the World Cup Qualifiers. The match was heading for a draw, but coach Dorival Júnior put Wesley in the match and the young full-back changed the game, helping the team reach a positive result with a great goal by Vinícius Júnior in injury time. After the triumph, the coach praised the Flamengo athlete .


" Wesley's participation was very healthy. He is a boy who is clearly evolving. I hope he has the peace of mind to develop his work. He is a boy who attracts attention and deserves all the care possible. If he continues with this process, it will certainly become a very clear reality in a short time, if it isn't already," said Dorival Júnior, in a press conference.


WESLEY'S NUMBERS AGAINST COLOMBIA


According to the statistics portal R10 Score, Wesley managed 100% in duels (6/6); 100% in crosses (1/1); 100% in dribbles (1/1); 92% in passes (11/12). In addition, the Flamengo player made three tackles, suffered two fouls and gave two passes for finishing.

CELEBRATING THE PREMIERE WITH THE AMARELINHA


Flamengo's young full-back, Wesley, came on in the 31st minute of the second half and changed the game with some great plays down the right flank. After the match against Colombia, the player celebrated his debut on the right foot.

" I was very nervous, anxious to make my debut with this shirt. I'm very happy to be able to help in some way. If I'm good defensively, my attacking side flows normally. Marquinhos and everyone gave me confidence, and that's very important, " said Wesley, at the end of the game.

FOCUS ON THE NEXT GAME

Thus, with Wesley available, coach Dorival Júnior begins preparing the Brazilian team for the match against Argentina . Brazil will face the 'hermanos' next Tuesday (25), at 9:45 pm, in Buenos Aires.


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Striker's future at Flamengo remains uncertain after losing his place this season

The striker is accompanying the delegation to Porto Alegre for the match against Internacional, but is experiencing a period of uncertainty and low minutes.

Juninho travels with the Flamengo delegation to face Internacional in the Libertadores, but the striker is uncertain about his future - photo: reproduction
Juninho travels with the Flamengo delegation to face Internacional in the Libertadores, but the striker is uncertain about his future - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 22:44 |

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Striker Juninho traveled with the Flamengo squad to Porto Alegre, where the team faces Internacional this Wednesday (20) , for the decisive clash of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. However, the player's use is not yet confirmed . Out of the last match against Colorado for the Brazilian Championship, the center forward lost space in recent weeks and was not related in three consecutive games, including the first leg duel at Maracanã.


Internally, the club's board is evaluating the athlete's future, as he has received inquiries from Saudi Arabian football clubs, with loan proposals rejected by the club. Previously, Juninho was close to a move to Sevilla earlier this year.


Negotiations, however, were halted after coach Filipe Luís intervened, contacting the striker to convince him to join Mengão's project. The investment was substantial: R$37.2 million to acquire the number 23, who currently has no place on the team.


JUNE NUMBERS IN 2025

In 2025, Juninho played 22 matches for Flamengo , scoring just three goals and providing no assists. He played 726 minutes that season, almost always sporadically used by Filipe Luís. In the Carioca Championship, he appeared in eight matches and scored two goals.


He has already played six times in the Brasileirão, without finding the net. In the Libertadores, he played four games and scored one goal , while in the national cups and the Club World Cup, he failed to stand out.


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Internacional announces squad for Copa Libertadores final against Flamengo

Colorado will have important reinforcements such as Alan Patrick and Carbonero to face Flamengo in a decisive duel at Beira-Rio

Internacional has Alan Patrick and Carbonero among those selected to face Flamengo in a decisive clash for the Copa Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Internacional has Alan Patrick and Carbonero among those selected to face Flamengo in a decisive clash for the Copa Libertadores - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 21:40 |

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Internacional has announced the players selected for the game against Flamengo , valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The match will be played this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. Colorado needs to win by two goals to qualify directly. If they win by just one goal, the decision will go to penalties.


The big addition to the Rio Grande do Sul delegation is striker Carbonero, who has recovered from a left thigh muscle injury. He's competing for a starting spot with Tabata, who returns from suspension. Another important addition is midfielder Alan Patrick, the team's captain , who was rested for the last Brasileirão match and is once again a key player in creating attacking plays.


PROBABLE INTERNATIONAL


Internacional's likely starting lineup to face Flamengo should include Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Wesley, Alan Patrick and Carbonero (Tabata); Ricardo Mathias.

RELATED FROM COLORADO


Goalkeepers: Anthoni and Rochet

Full-backs: Aguirre, Alan Benítez and Bernabei

Defenders: Clayton Sampaio, Juninho, Victor Gabriel and Vitão

Defensive midfielders: Alan Rodríguez, Bruno Henrique, Luis Otávio, Richard, Ronaldo and Thiago Maia

Midfielders: Alan Patrick, Gustavo Prado, Romero and Tabata

Forwards: Borré, Carbonero, Ricardo Mathias and Valencia



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Check out the likely Internacional lineup to face Flamengo in the Libertadores

Colorado should have maximum strength to face Mais Querido, in a decisive clash in the round of 16, and is counting on the intensity of the midfield

Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores da América and the Colorado team with reinforcements - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores da América and the Colorado team with reinforcements - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 21:26 |

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Internacional heads into their Copa Libertadores clash against Flamengo hoping to maintain the core lineup they've used in recent matches. Coach Roger Machado is expected to rely on consistency , repeating the formation that has demonstrated a balanced defense and attack.


With virtually the entire squad available, the Colorado coach will rely on key players, especially in midfield, a crucial area against Flamengo. The team should prioritize intensity and high-pressing , seeking to exploit the speed of its forwards on counterattacks.


INTERNACIONAL'S PROBABLE LINEUP


The Colorado delegation arrived in Porto Alegre on Tuesday night (19), already in a concentration regime for the match. The novelty was the striker Carbonero , recovered from a muscle injury in his left thigh. The Colombian competes for position with Tabata, who returns after serving a suspension in the last match with Flamengo .

Another reinforcement is captain Alan Patrick, who was rested over the weekend for fitness reasons. The midfielder is considered a key player in organizing the attack and leading the team in its quest for qualification. Inter's likely starting lineup is: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho, and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Wesley, Alan Patrick, and Carbonero (Tabata); and Ricardo Mathias.


FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP

Coach Filipe Luís should also repeat the base of the last games, sending onto the field: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).


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