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04 Fev 2025 | 09:58 |
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o defender otávio lived a night of ups and downs in the FC Porto draw with the Rio Ave , 2-2, this Monday (3), for the 20th round of the Portuguese Championship . Revealed by Flamengo , the defender committed a decisive flaw in the second goal of the opponent, but redeemed to score the equalizer in the final minutes of the match.
Premiere of Martín Anselmi and defensive errors
The duel marked the debut of technician Martín Anselmi in command of Porto , and the team demonstrated the expected domain over 10th of the league . However, a defensive failure put the team at a disadvantage.
In the first half, the defender Nehuén Pérez missed a simple pass in defense, handed the ball to the Brazilian striker Clayton and, when trying to correct The mistake, gave a hard entrance to the goalkeeper of Porto. The bid resulted in 1 to 0 for Rio Ave, which remained until the break.
Otávio fails, but redeems to unlikely goal
in the return of the second half, Nehuén Pérez had its redemption when enjoying A rebound in the area and scoring the equalizer to Porto. Shortly thereafter, it was the turn of Otávio Living moments opposite in the match.
At 28 minutes, the defender made a similar mistake of his partner, missing a pass on the ball and allowing Pohlmann to score the second goal of Rio Ave. But three Minutes later came the answer: Octavius took a rebound from the offensive intermediary and took an unlikely kick far away. The ball deflected in the opposing defender, deceived goalkeeper Miszta and died at the bottom of the nets , ensuring 2 to 2 on the scoreboard. = "LAZY" Width = "560" Height = "315" SRC = "https://www.youtube.com/embed/wkxl577v0l0" Title = "YouTube Video Player" Frameborder = "0" Allow = "Accelerometer; Autoplay; Clipboard-Write; Encrypted-Media; Gyroscope;
Although the draw was not the ideal result for Porto, which wanted to follow the leader Sporting's six points , the goal in the final minutes avoided even greater stumble.
Otavio's trajectory at Flamengo
Featured in the base categories, Otávio had few opportunities in the professional team of Flamengo. His only match For the club was against the Palmeiras , in 2020, when much of the cast was away from COVID-19. Despite good performance alongside Natan, did not receive new chances and was loaned to Sampaio Corrêa.
Following, Flamengo gave the player to the Famalicão , where he quickly signed. The Portuguese club exercised the purchase option by 500 thousand euros (R $ 2.6 million) for 80% of economic rights. After standing out, Otávio was sold to Porto by 12 million euros (R $ 63 million, at the quotation of the time). Fla, which maintained 30% of the athlete's rights, received approximately R $ 18 million with the transfer.
After leaving Mais Querido in 2024 and remaining free on the market, the Brazilian coach is the target of several clubs and national teams across the world of football.
16 Set 2025 | 11:28 |
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After leading the Brazilian national team in two World Cups, Tite arrived at Flamengo in 2023 with high expectations. However, despite a record of 70 matches, 41 wins, 13 draws, and 16 losses , the team's performance and the coaching choices were criticized by fans and management. His last game in charge was a 1-0 victory over Athletico-PR, with a goal by Gerson.
With Tite's departure, Filipe Luís took over as Flamengo's coach and has been one of the highlights of the 2025 season . The former full-back has received praise for his work at the club, while Tite remains a free agent, attracting interest from South American clubs and national teams.
According to GE reporter Bruno Cassucci, the Venezuelan Football Federation has opened talks with Tite to take over the team's leadership during the World Cup qualifiers . The goal is to leverage the Brazilian coach's experience to lead the country through the cycle until 2030.
According to Cassucci, Tite must undergo knee surgery before making a final decision about his career. Even so, the Venezuelan Federation doesn't see the surgery as an obstacle, as the South American qualifiers are on hold after the last FIFA World Cup.
Flamengo faces Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The duel marks the beginning of the knockout stage in the quarterfinals of the continental competition. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN , on pay TV, and on Disney+ for streaming.
Rubro-Negro carries out activity this Tuesday (16) in Rio de Janeiro under the command of Filipe Luís; goalkeeper speaks to the press at 12 pm, with an eye on the Libertadores game
16 Set 2025 | 11:15 |
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Flamengo began this Tuesday (16) the preparation for the match against Estudiantes , valid for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. The activity takes place in the morning, at 9:30 am (Brasília time) , under the command of assistant Filipe Luís, responsible for leading the training of the red-black squad.
After training, goalkeeper Rossi will participate in a press conference scheduled for 12 p.m. (Brasília time). He is expected to comment on the team's preparation and projections for the decisive match at Maracanã. The broadcast will be on Flamengo TV.
The Argentine has been a key player in Flamengo's campaign in the 2025 Copa Libertadores . In eight matches played in the current edition of the tournament, Rossi has accumulated 720 minutes on the field, conceding only three goals . Flamengo has won five games, drawn two, and lost only one with him in goal.
Flamengo faces Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The duel marks the beginning of the knockout stage in the quarterfinals of the continental competition . The match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, and on Disney+ for streaming.
Mengão announced that the goalkeeper will be available to journalists at Ninho do Urubu to answer questions before an important game.
16 Set 2025 | 11:12 |
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Flamengo resumed training this Tuesday (16), at Ninho do Urubu, with an eye on the duel against Estudiantes (ARG), for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The training session led by Filipe Luís began at 9:30 am (Brasília time). After the activity, goalkeeper Rossi will give a press conference , scheduled for 11:30 am.
Flamengo 's next match takes place on Thursday (18), when they host Estudiantes at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The first leg of the quarterfinals will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) .
Rubro-Negro is seeking its fourth Libertadores title in 2025. The club has already lifted the trophy three times: 1981, 2019 and 2022. To reach the quarterfinals, the team eliminated Internacional, winning both games: 1-0 at Beira-Rio and 2-0 at Maracanã . After the first leg in Rio de Janeiro, the decision for qualification will be on September 25th, in La Plata, Argentina.
Rossi has been a key player in the campaign. The goalkeeper has played eight matches in the current season, totaling 720 minutes on the field . During this period, Flamengo has achieved five wins, two draws, and only one loss.
The number 1 conceded just three goals in the competition, solidifying his position as one of the team's defensive pillars . Despite this, Mengão's campaign in the competition so far has been inconsistent, with a loss to Central Córdoba and a second-place finish in their group.
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