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AT LIBERTADORES PARTY, FLUMINENSE FANS IRONIZE FLAMENGO

In this scenario of rivalry and relaxation, music has become the vehicle of expression for a club that, in addition to sporting victory, seeks to maintain respect and fraternization in the world of Brazil's most beloved sport.

12 Nov 2023 | 14:10 |

The atmosphere of euphoria and celebration took over the parade that marked the Fluminense Libertadores title celebration. In this moment of joy, the players and president Mário Bittencourt were not only thrilled with the achievement, but also decided to express their enthusiasm in a peculiar way: through provocative songs directed at Rio de Janeiro's rivals. As they roamed the streets on floats, the tricolors sang songs that, irreverently, provoked their opponents. Botafogo was the target of a joke that brought back a peculiar nickname, being referred to as a "neighborhood". This mockery, although full of humor, reflects the historical rivalry between the teams and highlights how football, in addition to being a sporting spectacle, is also a field of cultural expression and identity.

In relation to Flamengo, the provocation took a peculiar approach by calling them "theater crowd." This expression, in addition to denoting a sporting rivalry, alludes to the often exuberant and dramatic behavior of red-black fans during matches. The choice for this form of provocation reveals the creativity and spontaneity of the tricolor players and managers, who found in music a means of expressing, in a relaxed way, the atmosphere of victory.

These demonstrations, although permeated by the In the heat of the festive moment, they also sparked debates about the limits of good humor in football. Rivalry between teams is an intrinsic part of sports culture, but it is essential that games do not exceed the limits of mutual respect. After all, the passion for football should not become fuel for unnecessary hostilities.

President Mário Bittencourt, in an interview after the parade, defended the players' attitude and stated that provocations are part of football's tradition Brazilian. However, he highlighted the importance of maintaining respect between teams and their fans. This consideration is crucial to preserving the sport's healthy atmosphere, promoting competition in an ethical and constructive manner.

Fluminense's Libertadores title celebration, in addition to being a moment of joy for fans, also provided a reflection on the relationship between sport, rivalry and respect. The provocative chants, although entertaining and intensifying the rivalry, must be seen as part of a spectacle that, above all, seeks entertainment and fraternization among football lovers.

As the players celebrated, the fans came together in a party atmosphere, demonstrating that, even in the midst of club differences, football is capable of uniting people around a common passion. The parade, marked by its spontaneity, not only celebrated the sporting achievement, but also reinforced the idea that, at the end of the day, mutual respect must prevail, regardless of rivalries on the field.

Thus, the Fluminense's parade was more than a sporting celebration; It was a reminder that, in the world of football, joy, rivalry and respect can coexist harmoniously. The music, in this context, was the soundtrack to a party that, above all, exalted the passion and diversity that make football a unique and unparalleled spectacle.

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Former Flamengo player Renato Augusto announces retirement from football

At 37, the Mengão player says it's time to enjoy his family and leave the sport aside for a while after three decades as an athlete.

Former Flamengo player Renato Augusto announces his retirement from football after many years of achievements - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

18 Set 2025 | 13:41 |

The career of one of the greatest Brazilian midfielders of recent decades has come to an end . Renato Augusto, a Flamengo player, has announced his retirement from football . His last club was Fluminense, where he terminated his contract four months ago.

Renato Augusto, Flamengo product: "The time has come to hang up my boots"

"The time has come to say goodbye. Or even a see you soon to football . It's time to turn to the other side of life, pay more attention to my children, and return to being a full-time father and husband. The time has come to hang up my boots," he declared in an interview with GE.

FAMILY IN THE FOREGROUND

Now, the former player intends to dedicate more time to his wife, Fernanda, and his sons, Romeu, seven, and Mateo, two. The decision was motivated not only by the natural physical limitations of his age , but mainly by the desire to be more present in his family's life.

"It's really hard to actually say, 'I'm going to stop.' For 31 years, that's all I did. Since I was six years old, I've always been playing. I thought it would be easy, but it wasn't. What weighed most heavily was the desire to be closer to my family," he said.

A CAREER MARKED BY FLAMENGO AND SUCCESS

Discovered in 2005, Renato Augusto wore the Sacred Mantle in 93 matches, scoring nine goals. In 2006, he won his first titles: the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Carioca, repeating the state title in 2007. In 2008, he transferred to Bayer Leverkusen in Germany in a €10 million deal, a fee that helped the club pay off debts and retain midfielder Ibson.

After five years in Europe, he returned to Brazil in 2013, but revealed that Flamengo showed no interest in him. So, he moved on to Corinthians, where he became an idol , and later played for Beijing Guoan in China. At the end of his career, he played for Corinthians again and ended his career at Fluminense.

At 37 years old, Renato Augusto says goodbye as a player of refined class, with memorable spells at top clubs and call-ups to the Brazilian National Team , leaving his mark on national and international football.

AT LIBERTADORES PARTY, FLUMINENSE FANS IRONIZE FLAMENGO