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Flamengo Youth Fans Receive New Punishment and Are Banned from Attending Stadiums for Two Years
16 Set 2025 | 17:14
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In a crucial duel for leadership of the Brasileirão, Flamengo showed determination until the last minute and defeated Bahia 2-1, on Thursday night (20), at Maracanã, in the 10th round of the competition. Mengão's goals were scored by Gerson and David Luiz, guaranteeing the Rio team the lead in the championship, now with 21 points.
The clash between Flamengo and Bahia had a special meaning for Everton Ribeiro. An idol of the red-black club and currently wearing the Tricolor de Aço shirt, the midfielder was thrilled to return to Maracanã. Before the start of the match, Flamengo fans distributed stickers in honor of the player and displayed flags highlighting the number 7, used by Everton during his time at the club.
MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE AND EMOTION
Everton Ribeiro expressed his gratitude for the tributes received. "I would like to start by thanking the Bahia fans, who understood that this would be a different game for me. Since the beginning of the week, I received all the support from the Tricolores on social media, just as it was at Maracanã. I gave 200% of myself, as has been since the first day at the club. I leave very frustrated with the result, but convinced that this team is on the right path.", he said before concluding.
We deserve better luck in the game and we will continue working non-stop. We have good things to take away from this match. Finally, I would like to thank the Flamengo fans for their love and respect for my family and my history at the club. Returning to Maracanã was very special and being welcomed like this is something that I will always carry with me. Thank you, football, for allowing me to enjoy such true feelings with such passionate fans. This is a night I will never forget", wrote the player.
EMOTIONAL FAREWELL ON THE LAWN
After At the final whistle, Everton Ribeiro was embraced by some Flamengo players. He went to Setor Norte, where the club's organized fans are located, and thanked everyone for their affection and respect. and the fans present.
Rubro-Negro begins its quest for a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals with sold-out tickets and a massive fan presence; the team has returns
16 Set 2025 | 18:35 |
Flamengo begins its journey towards the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores this Thursday (18) . The first leg against Estudiantes (ARG) will be held at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), and will have a full house.
All tickets were sold in advance, guaranteeing an estimated attendance of around 69,000. The expectation is that the Red-Black Nation will fill every section of the stadium , transforming the Maracanã into a cauldron to push the team toward victory.
The team will have important reinforcements. Striker Bruno Henrique and full-back Varela , who were absent last Sunday (14) against Juventude, in the Brazilian Championship , trained normally this Tuesday (16) and should be available to the coach again.
Despite their returns, Rubro-Negro will remain without midfielder Jorginho, full-back Alex Sandro, and defensive midfielder Pulgar , who are still recovering. The likely lineup for the game includes: Rossi; Royal (Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saúl, De La Cruz (Allan), Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro.
Fans will be able to watch the match live on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming). The second leg will be held next week in La Plata, Argentina, and will determine who advances to the semifinals.
Signed at zero cost, the Spaniard quickly gained a place in Mais Querido, receiving praise from the Spanish press for his recent performances.
16 Set 2025 | 18:12 |
Despite being signed only in the last transfer window, Saúl Ñíguez has already become one of the most important players in Flamengo's squad . The Spanish midfielder arrived at the club on a free transfer and quickly established himself in the starting lineup.
Spanish newspaper Marca highlighted the athlete's rapid adaptation. " The former Atlético de Madrid player arrived at Flamengo with the mission of becoming an important player and maintaining a prominent role in the starting lineup . His adaptation didn't take long," the publication reported.
According to the publication, Saúl is experiencing "a second youth" in Brazilian football and has already established himself as a key midfielder. Despite only registering one assist in eight games , he has played a more defensive role in Filipe Luís's team.
In the victory over Juventude, in the Brazilian Championship , Saúl started alongside Allan in midfield and provided the assist for Arrascaeta's goal in the 31st minute of the first half.
Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, to face Estudiantes, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Saúl Ñíguez should once again be among the starters for the red-black team.
The women's team receives reinforcements from athletes who competed in the World Cup in Thailand and begins a training phase before the Brazilian Cup, Carioca Championship and Super League.
16 Set 2025 | 17:34 |
Sesc Flamengo already has a full squad ready to begin its preparations for the season's main competitions. Last Monday (15), the club welcomed names eagerly awaited by the fans: winger Helena , opposite Tainara, middle blocker Lorena and libero Laís, bronze medalists at the World Championships in Thailand, as well as Serbian middle blocker Maša Kirov, who also played in the Asian tournament and is one of the group's new additions.
While coach Bernardinho leads the Brazilian men's national team at the World Cup in the Philippines, the Rio de Janeiro team is under the command of assistant Helio Griner. He is leading the training sessions in preparation for the new squad's first challenges . This Friday (19), at 5 pm, the team faces Batavo Mackenzie in a closed-door training match at the Army Physical Education School (EsEFEx), in Urca.
Next week, Sesc Flamengo officially debuts its season with the Taça Brasil, which will take place from September 23rd to 25th in Londrina, Paraná. The tournament will also feature the home team, Sancor Maringá, and Gerdau Minas, at the Moringão gymnasium.
The Campeonato Carioca begins on October 1st, while the Superliga begins on the 20th . Assistant Helio Griner highlighted the importance of the athletes' adaptation period: "We've been training for a few months, but this year we had many players called up to national teams, in different categories. Four of the adults and Maša arrived from the World Cup and will gradually adapt," he said before adding.
"It's an exciting time. The team has been revamped, and I believe we're capable of competing for major titles. Now, we have to respect each other's limits to finish this week strong and have a good tournament next week," he said.
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