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Mais Querido defeated Serrano 2-0, with an impeccable campaign, preparing to face Botafogo next
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Under a scorching sun at the Rua Bariri stadium, Flamengo's U16 team beat Serrano this Tuesday, by a score of 2-0, in the Copa Olaria Renovado. The red and black goals were scored by João Victor and Pauaca.
The team has a crystal clear and impeccable campaign. The debut, last week, was with a 4-0 against Olaria itself. In other words, there are two wins in two matches, six goals scored and none conceded.
At 11 in the first half, the first goal. Ball raised on the right by Davi, João Victor, very well placed, headed into the back of the net. Samuel, at 32, hit the crossbar with another pass from Davi.
When returning from the break, coach Eduardo Zuma made ten changes, even due to the strong heat and giving minutes to the other athletes. And just after 5 minutes, the other two who were on the bench also entered. At 18 of the second half, after a good play on the right by Luiz Miguel, Pauaca took advantage of the rebound and put it in the back of the net.
Player was decisive in the Libertadores title
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Nigerian striker Elija Shola renewed his residence visa, guaranteeing his stay in Brazil for another five years. The renewal of the permission was requested by Flamengo to the Federal Government. Furthermore, the player signed a new contract with the club, which is now valid until the end of 2027.
Although Shola has not yet debuted for Flamengo's professional team, he was listed for the classic against Flamengo. Botafogo, which ended with a 4-1 defeat at the Nilton Santos stadium. The striker was one of the highlights of Flamengo's under-20 team, which won the Libertadores and Intercontinental in the category.
Last month, Flamengo reached an agreement with Remo Stars, Shola's former club , purchasing 70% of the athlete's economic rights for 450 thousand dollars. The 19-year-old Nigerian has been on loan at Flamengo since April 2023. His last residence visa was valid for six months and expired in September 2024.
Shola was first scouted during the Viareggio Cup 2022, traditional grassroots tournament held in the Tuscany region, in Italy. He stood out as one of the main figures of his team, helping them reach the final of the tournament. Following this observation, Flamengo sent a scout to Nigeria to evaluate him again, confirming his signing shortly afterwards.
The winner of the match will face Cruzeiro or Santos in the semi-finals
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After beating Corinthians 5-0 in the last round of the qualifying round, Flamengo already knows the next opponent they will face in the quarter-finals of the under-17 Brasileirão: Fluminense. Last Monday (2), the CBF released the days and times of the classic, which will be worth a place in the semi-finals.CHECK THE DATES AND TIMES
Flamengo x Fluminense – 19th of September, Gávea, 3pm
Fluminense x Flamengo – September 26th, Vale das Laranjeiras, Duque de Caxias, 3pm
Both games will be broadcast on the SporTV channel. On September 19th, Mais Queridowill play at Gávea, at 3pm, to try to open up an advantage. The return match will be on September 26th, led by Fluminense, in Duque de Caxias. The winner of the match will face Cruzeiro or Santos in the semi-final.
FLAMENGO CAMPAIGN IN THE BRASILEIRÃOThe first phase of the Brasileirão under-17 had two groups of 10 teams. Mais Querido finished in third place in A, with 15 chicks. In total, there were nine games, with five wins and four losses. Furthermore, Flamengo scored 19 goals and conceded 12, with a 55% success rate.
BRASILEIRÃO REGULATIONSThus, if there is no winner in the sum of the scores, the classification of the teams will be defined in penalties. The criteria will also apply to the semi-finals. The final will be played in a single game. In addition to Fla x Flu and Cruzeiro x Santos, the quarter-finals will also play: Botafogo x Cuiabá and Palmeiras x Corinthians.
Crias do Ninho takes the field in the classic against Botafogo at 9am
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This Thursday, Flamengo's under-16 boys take the field to compete for third place in the Copa Olaria Renovado against Botafogo. The match starts at 9am.
Follow the link to watch the match live and with images:
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