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12 Jan 2025 | 17:31 |
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Cruzeiro officially presented, this Sunday (12), the defender Fabrício Bruno as new reinforcement during the team's pre-season in the United States. The defender, who returns to the club that revealed him, highlighted his motivation to be a protagonist and contribute to the team's growth in 2025.
“It's a special moment for me to be back at Cruzeiro. This is where it all started, where my career was designed. I didn't think twice when I received the proposal. I want to give back to the club everything it gave me and fight for great titles”, declared the defender.
RETURNING TO THE CRUISE AFTER PASSING THROUGH FLAMENGO
Fabrício Bruno began his career at Cruzeiro at the age of 15, rising to the professional team in 2016. After a period on loan to Chapecoense, the player left the Minas Gerais team in 2020, passing through Red Bull Bragantino before arriving at Mengão.
During his time at CRF , Fabrício played 150 matches and won four important titles, including the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores. Now, back at Cruzeiro, the defender claims to be more mature and prepared to contribute to the group.
“Leave I was very young, 22 years old, and I had experiences that transformed me into the player and man I am today. The time at Red Bull and Flamengo was a lot of learning. But the desire to return home was always there. Today, I return with baggage, more mature, and ready to help Cruzeiro grow even more”, he explained.
PROTAGONISM AND CHALLENGE IN THE SEARCH FOR OWNER
Fabrício Bruno highlighted that the search for new challenges was one of the factors that motivated him to leave Mais Querido . The player believes that Cruzeiro offers the opportunity to regain his leading role and increase his chances of being called up to the Brazilian team.
“ I was having a stable moment at Flamengo, but I wanted more. I need to be on the field, compete and show up. Cruzeiro offers me this. I want to fight for the starting line-up and help the club achieve big goals. I feel like I still owe a debt to Cruzeiro for the way I left in the past, and that was the main motivation for my return”, revealed the defender.
ENTUSIASM WITH THE CAST AND THE DINIZ'S WORK
Under the command of coach Fernando Diniz, Cruzeiro reinforced the squad for 2025 with important names. Fabrício Bruno praised the coach's work philosophy and demonstrated enthusiasm for the group, mentioning players such as João Marcelo, Villalba and Jonathan.
“I really admire the way Diniz works, the way he leads the group and seeks intensity in games. We have a qualified cast. My experience in decisions, such as the Copa do Brasil and Libertadores finals, can be useful to strengthen the defensive sector. But no one is guaranteed a place here. I will work hard to earn my space and help young people grow”, highlighted the defender.
The decisive classic takes place this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, with live broadcast on ESPN and Disney+, and teams with important returns and absences
17 Set 2025 | 18:00 |
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On the evening of this Thursday, September 18, Flamengo and Estudiantes face each other at the Maracanã Stadium , in Rio de Janeiro, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores 2025. The ball rolls at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), with live broadcast on ESPN and on Disney+ streaming.
Coach Filipe Luís will have important reinforcements for the match , with the return of Bruno Henrique, who was rested due to thigh discomfort, and full-back Varela, who has recovered from pubalgia and is training normally.
On the other hand, Jorginho , Alex Sandro, and Erick Pulgar are still undergoing treatment for injuries and are unlikely to be included in the squad. The likely starting lineup includes: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro, and Samuel Lino . Coach: Filipe Luís.
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Coach Eduardo Domínguez projects a tough match, but believes in the Argentine team's ability to achieve a good result away from home. Estudiantes had a solid campaign in the group stage and eliminated Cerro Porteño in the round of 16 , with three away wins and only one loss to Botafogo.
Despite being without Eric Meza and Joaquín Tobio Burgos, who are injured, Domínguez emphasized the need for physical and mental focus to create difficulties for Flamengo at the Maracanã. The likely starting lineup is: Muslera; Román Gómez, González Pírez, Facundo Rodríguez, and Arzamendía; Ascacíbar, Amondarain, Palacios, José Sosa, and Cetré; and Facundo Farías . Coach: Eduardo Domínguez.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
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Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
Rubro-negro evaluates changes in the starting lineup for the clash with the Argentine team this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, for the Libertadores
17 Set 2025 | 14:49 |
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Up front, Bruno Henrique is recovered and available to play, expanding coach Filipe Luís's offensive options. Plata and Luiz Araújo are also options at wing. Léo Ortiz returns to the defensive system after missing the match against Juventude.
A possible Flamengo lineup for Thursday has: Rossi; Emerson Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (or Viña); Allan (or De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
According to information gathered, the club's coaching staff is likely to opt for midfielder Jorginho, who is recovering from a muscle edema. Although he is fit to play, the club does not want to risk losing him for an extended period.
Without Jorginho, coach Filipe Luís is evaluating the best alternatives for the position. De La Cruz and Saúl are the main candidates to form a partnership with Saúl in midfield . The coach will lead the final training session before the match on Wednesday (17) to determine his replacement.
Another confirmed absence is left-back Alex Sandro, who is nursing a calf injury and will be unfit to play. Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña are competing for the starting spot on the left wing.
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