Soccer
28 Set 2025 | 20:30 |
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The dispute between Flamengo and Libra has entered a new chapter. Following a request from the Rio de Janeiro club, a Rio de Janeiro court ordered a freeze on part of the funds related to the Brasileirão TV contract , a measure affecting nine of the association's teams. The decision intensified the exchange of accusations between Flamengo, Palmeiras, São Paulo, and the other members.
Libra's contract with TV stations totals R$1.17 billion per year, covering both free-to-air and cable TV broadcasts. The following are members of the association: Flamengo , Palmeiras, São Paulo, Grêmio, Atlético-MG, Santos, Red Bull Bragantino, Bahia, and Vitória—the latter of which has already announced its future exit. This information comes from journalist Rodrigo Mattos of UOL. The dispute centers on the 30% of revenue distributed by audience, approximately R$309 million . The remaining 70%—40% divided equally and 30% by sports performance—is not up for debate.
Rubro-Negro claims to have lost around R$100 million compared to the 2024 contract, dropping from R$300 million to R$200 million. According to the board, now led by Luiz Eduardo Baptista (BAP), the current criteria harms the club because Globo channels a large portion of its games to pay-per-view , reducing exposure on free-to-air TV.
Flamengo's proposal was to include pay-per-view (PPV) in its ratings calculation. This could generate an additional R$20 to R$30 million, bringing revenue closer to the level Corinthians received in the LFU (R$220 to R$230 million), the closest to the Mais Querido's previous contract with the broadcaster .
According to Mattos, most Libra clubs support so-called "scenario 1," approved at an August 2025 assembly: dividing the audience equally (50% for each club in the field) . Flamengo and Volta Redonda were the only ones to vote against it. With this formula, the estimated values per season would be:
Flamengo disputes the legality of the meeting, arguing that changes to the bylaws require unanimity . The club also denies that the previous management agreed to the formula, claiming there is no document to prove such a decision.
After losing in the first instance, Flamengo obtained an injunction from the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice (TJ-RJ) blocking R$77 million—part of its audience share . In total, Globo will have to withhold R$230 million until a final decision is made. Libra plans to appeal, arguing that the meeting was valid.
The dispute went beyond the legal realm. Libra accused Flamengo of acting "selfishly" and harming the cash flow of other clubs. Flamengo responded that it will not accept "an absurd solution imposed in a tyrannical manner." In addition to Libra, Palmeiras, São Paulo, Grêmio, Bahia, Atlético-MG, Santos, and Red Bull Bragantino also issued statements criticizing Flamengo's stance.
Coach Filipe Luís defined Mengão's starting 11 in the duel against Alvinegro in the 25th round of the competition aiming to remain in the lead
28 Set 2025 | 19:25 |
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This Sunday (28), Flamengo and Corinthians face each other in the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship . The duel will be at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo, starting at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) and, with that, coach Filipe Luís defined the 11 starters for the decisive match .
Coach Filipe Luís will send onto the field a Flamengo team with: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Viña; Saúl, De La Cruz, Arrascaeta; Carrascal, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique .
The coach has three confirmed absences: Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot; Ayrton Lucas, suspended for the third yellow card he received in the derby against Vasco ; and Michael, out due to pain in his left ankle and did not travel with the group.
Flamengo arrives motivated after beating Estudiantes (ARG) on penalties to secure a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals . Now, Filipe Luís's team is fully focused on the Brasileirão and may make some changes to the lineup to retain starters and give other players some rhythm.
Corinthians heads into the match with some doubts, especially regarding the presence of Memphis Depay, whose condition for the match remains uncertain. Coach Dorival Júnior is expected to evaluate the Dutchman before the match, but the forward is likely to miss the match.
Mengão faces Alvinegro this Sunday (28) aiming to remain in the lead of the Brazilian Championship after the results of direct competitors
28 Set 2025 | 18:30 |
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This Sunday (28), Flamengo and Corinthians face each other in the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship . The duel will be at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo, starting at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), and will be broadcast by Record TV (open channel), Cazé TV (YouTube) and Premiere (pay-per-view) .
Flamengo arrives motivated after beating Estudiantes (ARG) on penalties to secure a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals. Now, Filipe Luís's team is fully focused on the Brasileirão and may make some changes to the lineup to retain starters and give other players some rhythm.
The coach has three confirmed absences: Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot ; Ayrton Lucas , suspended for the third yellow card he received in the classic against Vasco; and Michael, out due to pain in his left ankle and did not travel with the group.
Probable Flamengo line-up: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Leo Pereira (Leo Ortiz) and Viña; Allan (Jorginho), De la Cruz, Arrascaeta (Carrascal); Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino (Everton Cebolinha) and Bruno Henrique (Pedro). Coach: Filipe Luis.
Corinthians heads into the match with some doubts, especially regarding the presence of Memphis Depay, whose condition for the match is still uncertain. Coach Dorival Júnior is expected to evaluate the Dutchman before the match , but the forward is likely to miss the match.
Probable Corinthians: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique and Matheus Bidu; Raniele, Maycon, José Martinez and Breno Bidon; Gui Negão and Yuri Alberto. Coach: Dorival Jr.
Three athletes who should start the game as starters for Alvinegro, in addition to coach Dorival Júnior, had a stint at Mengão this decade
28 Set 2025 | 17:00 |
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On Sunday afternoon (27), Flamengo and Corinthians face each other in a duel valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship . The match will be held at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo, with the start scheduled for 8:30 pm (Brasília time).
The interstate derby will also have a special ingredient for Flamengo fans: three former Flamengo players are in the São Paulo team's lineup, along with the coach. Goalkeeper Hugo Souza, full-back Matheuzinho, defender Gustavo Henrique, and coach Dorival Júnior have all worn the Mais Querido jersey and today face off against the club that made them famous.
Probable Flamengo line-up: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Leo Pereira (Leo Ortiz) and Viña; Allan (Jorginho), De la Cruz, Arrascaeta (Carrascal); Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino (Everton Cebolinha) and Bruno Henrique (Pedro). Coach: Filipe Luis.
Probable Corinthians line-up: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique and Matheus Bidu; Raniele, Maycon, José Martinez and Breno Bidon; Gui Negão and Yuri Alberto. Coach: Dorival Junior.
For Flamengo , full-back Ayrton Lucas, suspended for a third yellow card, is out. To replace him, Filipe Luís could opt for Alex Sandro, who started against Estudiantes, or Matías Viña , who hasn't started a game since July 31st. Viña, who is also out, are Erick Pulgar, recovering from a fractured right foot, and Michael, who has left ankle pain.
At Corinthians , coach Dorival Júnior will have some problems when selecting the team, considering that Memphis Depay (edema in the right thigh), André Carrillo (ligament injury in the left ankle) and Rodrigo Garro (grade 2 injury in the right calf) will be missing from the team for tomorrow's match.
Flamengo leads the Brasileirão with 51 points. Cruzeiro, who lost to Vasco 2-0 on Saturday (27), is in second place with 50 points , followed by Palmeiras, in third, with 49 points, who still plays this Sunday (28) against Bahia, at 4 pm. Corinthians appears in 11th place with 29 points.
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