FLAMENGO SQUAD CONDUCTS PENULTIMATE TRAINING BEFORE THE CLASSIC AGAINST VASCO, FOR THE BRASILEIRÃO

This Wednesday, Flamengo received an important reinforcement at Ninho do Urubu, Pulgar, reappeared after Chile's elimination in the 2024 Copa América. The player arrived at the training center ready to reintegrate into the red-black squad and is already with the delegation that will travel to Belo Horizonte, where Mengão will face Atlético-MG in a decisive duel for the Brazilian Championship. reinstatement, Pulgar should start the match against Atlético-MG on the bench. Flamengo's coaching staff is cautious about his physical condition and integration with the team after the period away from regular training.

The player is known for his international experience and midfield skills. His presence is seen as a strategic reinforcement for Flamengo, especially in decisive games such as the clash scheduled for this Thursday, at 8pm, at Mineirão. The Flamengo coach, in a press conference, highlighted the importance of having a player of Pulgar's caliber to face teams like Atlético-MG, who are also fighting for the top positions in the Brasileirão table.

For fans red-blacks, Pulgar's presence on the bench already represents a relief and a hope of victory in the duel against Atlético-MG. The expectation is for a balanced and disputed game, with both teams seeking victory to achieve their goals in the national competition. The red and black fans, who closely follow the team's every step, hope to see a solid and efficient performance from Flamengo against Atlético-MG.

Cruzeiro surprised its fans by officially confirming that it will not make any more signings this year. Speaking to the press, director Pedrinho was categorical in ruling out any possibility of reinforcements for the remainder of the season. The decision, according to him, aims to stabilize the current squad and focus on internal improvements.

GABIGOL WILL NOT GO TO CRUZEIRO

During the press conference, Pedrinho mentioned speculation about star striker Gabigol do Flamengo, but was emphatic in stating that any interest in the player is out of the question for the Minas Gerais club. This position contradicts recent rumors that suggested possible negotiations to reinforce the team's offensive sector.

The announcement comes at a crucial moment for the Cruzeiro, which seeks to rebuild itself after a series of financial and administrative challenges. The decision not to look for new players reflects a strategy focused on stability and valuing the athletes currently in the squad. Since the beginning of the season, Cruzeiro has faced a series of ups and downs on the field, seeking to balance consistent performances with a squad that , according to Pedrinho, has the potential to compete at a high level.

This Sunday (30), the Flamengo faces Cruzeiro, at Maracanã. However, before returning to the field, Tite finishes preparing the squad for the match this Saturday (29). Furthermore, Mais Querido's coach will define the starting 11.

According to information from the Coluna do Fla portal, the Mais Querido trains at CT Ninho do Urubu from 9am this Saturday (29 ). At CT, Tite will define the starting team that will take to the field against Cruzeiro, in the Brasileirão.

Right after the last training session, the Mais Querido squad leaves Ninho do Urubu and returns in the evening. This is because the technical committee scheduled a concentration of athletes at the CT, with an eye on the match this Sunday (30).

O Mais Queridowill have for the match against Cruzeiro two absences, not counting those called up for the Copa América. Only Everton Cebolinha and Igor Jesus are in the medical department where they are treating injuries. Bruno Henrique should be involved in the game, as he trained with the team last Friday (28).

Last Wednesday (26 ), Flamengo was defeated by Juventude. However, Mais Querido remained in first place on the leaderboard due to the combination of results from the rest of the round. On the other hand, Cruzeiro beat Athletico-PR at Mineirão and jumped to fifth place.

Thus, Tite ends this Saturday (29) the preparation of the Flamengo's squad for the clash against Cruzeiro. Mais Querido takes the field at 6:30 pm, in a game valid for the 13th round of the Brasileirão.