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18 Jun 2025 | 11:41 |
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Fábio Luciano did not shy away from emotion when commenting on the match between Flamengo and Chelsea . In an excited tone and with an analysis that mixed reason and passion, the former defender predicted a very optimistic scenario for Rubro-Negro. "I'm going to speak from the heart," he announced, before stating: "Today I'm putting 60% to 40% for Flamengo."
The speech aired last Tuesday (18) and took his colleagues on the ESPN bench by surprise. André Plihal, Diego Lugano and Fábio Santos reacted with surprise to the optimism of the former player, who became one of the main voices of Flamengo in sports commentary. Fábio Luciano, who defended Flamengo between 2007 and 2009, highlighted the good moment of the team led by Filipe Luis, the tactical organization and the hunger of the cast.
Fábio Luciano on the clash against Chelsea: “We just have to understand which Flamengo will be."
Despite recognizing Chelsea's greatness, Fábio made sure to remember that Flamengo will not arrive as an underdog. The former captain stressed that the Brazilian team knows what to do with the ball at its feet and that specific preparation for the competition could weigh in the South American club's favor. Another factor he mentioned is the recent history of the competition . So far, no European team has beaten a South American team in this edition of the World Cup.
There were four draws in direct clashes, including games between Palmeiras, Boca Juniors, Fluminense and Monterrey. Fabio also made his position clear: “We just have to understand what Flamengo will be like. If Flamengo maintains the intensity, maintains the rhythm. Has confidence, security to make the moves...”, said Fábio, explaining what, in his view, can lead the team to victory against the English opponent.
These results have given Brazilian fans hope, and have also reinforced Fábio Luciano's belief that Flamengo could be the first South American team to beat a European team in the tournament. The match between Flamengo and Chelsea is scheduled for this Friday (20), at 3 pm (Brasília time), at Lincoln Financial Field, the stadium of the Philadelphia Eagles, an NFL team. The match is valid for the semi-final of the Club World Cup organized by FIFA.
Flamengo's youngster makes a great play and contributes to the Merengues' goal, but the Colchoneros manage to turn the game around with a big score in La Liga.
27 Set 2025 | 21:00 |
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Real Madrid is no longer 100% in LaLiga. This Saturday (27), the merengue team was defeated by Atlético de Madrid 5-2, in a classic full of emotion , two comebacks and an inspired night by Julián Álvarez, the absolute highlight of the duel. Despite the stumble, Vini Jr 's team remains in the provisional lead of the championship.
Real Madrid's goals were scored by Mbappé and Arda Güler. Atlético Madrid found the net with Le Normand, Sorloth, and Julián Álvarez, who scored twice . Griezmann also scored in stoppage time, sealing the rout. With the result, Atlético Madrid reached 12 points and moved into fourth place.
The derby started at a fast pace, with Atlético pressing from the start and creating two big chances before the 10-minute mark . The pressure paid off in the 14th minute, when Le Normand opened the scoring for the home side.
Real Madrid reacted quickly and equalized in the 25th minute, with a play by Güler, who passed to Mbappé to score. Shortly after, it was the Turkish midfielder's turn to find the net, after a great individual play by Vini Jr. , turning the game around .
Atlético, however, remained undeterred. Sorloth leveled the score in the first half. And early in the second half, the decisive turnaround came when Güler conceded a penalty on Nico González, which Álvarez converted . The Argentine then extended the lead with a perfect free kick, making it 4-2.
In stoppage time, Griezmann came off the bench and closed the account, ending a drought of more than 20 games without scoring and giving final numbers to the colchonera victory . With the result, Real Madrid remains at the top of the competition, but could be overtaken by Barcelona, who play this Sunday (28). Atlético de Madrid moved up to 5th place.
Goalkeeper, a product of Mengão, is one of the highlights of Eintracht Frankfurt and was sought after by the Red Devils, who have a problem in the position
27 Set 2025 | 20:00 |
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The European transfer window has been closed since early August, but Flamengo almost saw another former player play in the Premier League . Manchester United made an official offer for goalkeeper Kauã Santos , but it was unsuccessful.
According to the German newspaper Bild Sport, the English club was turned down by Eintracht Frankfurt , who set a price of 25 million euros (approximately R$156.3 million) to release the player . As the request was considered high, the English club abandoned the deal and opted to sign Belgian Senne Lammens, formerly of Royal Antwerp.
The goalkeeper position has been one of Manchester United's biggest challenges. After David de Gea's decline in performance, the Red Devils invested heavily in the position, with the most notable signing being André Onana , but they never managed to secure the expected return from the Cameroonian.
Kauã Santos left Flamengo in August 2023, when he was sold to Frankfurt for €1.6 million (approximately R$8.4 million at the time) in a deal that involved 70% of his economic rights. Flamengo still holds 30% and could profit from a future transfer.
While following the movements in the European market from afar, Flamengo remains focused on its commitments for the season. The team returns to the field this Sunday (28), against Corinthians, at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Neo Química Arena, for the Brazilian Championship.
Mengão goes to Neo Química Arena to face Alvinegro in the 25th round of the competition aiming to remain at the top of the table
27 Set 2025 | 19:00 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (28) to face Corinthians, in a duel valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship . The match will be played at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo . Leader of the competition, Rubro-Negro seeks three more points to remain firm at the top of the table.
The match will be broadcast on free-to-air TV Record . CazéTV on YouTube will also broadcast the game, while Premiere will provide pay-per-view coverage. Fans can stay up to date with the match on Gazeta do Urubu.
In the previous round, Flamengo drew with Vasco. The team opened the scoring with Jorge Carrascal, but conceded an equalizer shortly after . With the result, Filipe Luís's team reached 51 points, seeing Cruzeiro and Palmeiras close in on the points.
Probable Flamengo line-up: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Leo Pereira (Leo Ortiz) and Matías Viña; De La Cruz, Jorginho (Allan) and Arrascaeta (Carrascal); Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino (Everton Cebolinha) and Bruno Henrique (Pedro). Coach: Filipe Luis.
On the other hand, Corinthians faces a more difficult situation. After a 1-0 loss to Sport, the São Paulo club remains with 29 points , occupying 10th place in the Brasileirão and far from the fight for a spot in the top six.
Probable Corinthians line-up: Hugo Souza; André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique and Fabrizio Angileri; Matheuzinho, Maycon (Raniele), José Martinez, Breno Bidon and Matheus Bidu; Gui Negão (Vitinho) and Yuri Alberto. Coach: Dorival Jr.
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