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Former Flamengo player sends message to Dudu: "Changing clubs often means just changing problems"

The former Mais Querido player appeared on his social media to comment on the situation involving the striker and Cruzeiro last week

Diego Ribas, ex-Flamengo, appeared on his social networks to comment on the situation involving Dudu and Cruzeiro (Reproduction/Cruzeiro)
Diego Ribas, ex-Flamengo, appeared on his social networks to comment on the situation involving Dudu and Cruzeiro (Reproduction/Cruzeiro)

04 Mai 2025 | 08:57 |

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Cruzeiro terminated the contract with striker Dudu last week, four months after the agreement between the parties. Now, the player who may be going to Atlético-MG, has become the subject of a reflection made by former Flamengo player, Diego Ribas.


Without speaking directly about Dudu 's departure from Cruzeiro, Diego Ribas used his social media to propose a more in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by veteran athletes when they are no longer protagonists on the field.




The player grows up in an environment where he is recognized for what he does...

" I'm not here to judge Dudu's case, but to take advantage of this situation and bring another point of view ", began the former player before finishing.


" The player grows up in an environment where he is recognized for what he does: goals, assists, when he is a starter. Over time, no matter how successful his career is, he will be overlooked. And this doesn't just affect the professional side, but also the personal side ", Diego pointed out.

DIEGO USES HIS CAREER AS AN EXAMPLE

The former Flamengo player also used his own trajectory to illustrate his point: " I went through this in the last years of my career. When I went to the bank, I needed to understand that this did not diminish my value as a person. It was the chance to show who I really was: to continue being honest, professional, even in an uncomfortable moment ", he commented.

For the former number 10 of Mais Querido, the way a player deals with losing space on the field says more about him than his technical performance.

" You don't need to play 10 more games to prove who you are. You already are. Showing your dissatisfaction is part of it, but with respect. Keep training, be an example. Changing clubs, companies... often it's just changing problems. You have to face them ," he advised.

DIEGO LEAVES ADVICE FOR DUDU

Finally, Diego left a direct message to Dudu and other players who are going through similar moments in their careers: " You have value, regardless of what you are delivering on the field right now. Take advantage of this moment to grow, develop and positively influence those around you . "


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Former Flamengo player plays a key role in the Asian Champions League comeback

A Mengão player recently left the club for Saudi Arabia and played a key role in overturning a 2-0 deficit.

Flamengo product Matheus Gonçalves shines in his debut for Al-Ahli in the Asian Champions League - Photo: reproduction
Flamengo product Matheus Gonçalves shines in his debut for Al-Ahli in the Asian Champions League - Photo: reproduction

17 Set 2025 | 08:28 |

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Midfielder Matheus Gonçalves, formerly of Flamengo , made his winning debut for Al-Ahli, from Saudi Arabia, this Monday (15). The Brazilian came on at half-time and was decisive in the team's comeback, which turned the game around to 4-2 over Nasaf Qarshi, from Uzbekistan, in the Asian Champions League. Al-Ahli went into the break with a 2-0 deficit. After the match, the player celebrated the positive start at his new club:


Matheus Gonçalves, ex-Flamengo: "It's just the beginning of a journey of hard work and achievements"


"It was a very special night for me. Making my debut in such an important competition and being able to help the team achieve a victory like this makes me very happy . The group showed strength and unity to seek a comeback, and I'm sure this is just the beginning of a journey of hard work and achievements here at Al-Ahli," said the Mengão youth player.


RECENT BUSINESS

Sold by Flamengo in August 2025, for 8 million euros (around R$ 50 million), Matheus arrives as one of Al-Ahli's bets for the season . The next challenge will be on Friday (19), against Al-Hilal, for the Saudi Championship.


Revealed as a professional in October 2022, Matheus Gonçalves has won important titles with Flamengo : two Carioca Championships, the Brazilian Super Cup, and the Brazilian Cup. In total, he played 57 matches for the main team, winning 36, drawing eight, losing 13, and scoring six goals.

AND MENGÃO?

While Matheus Gonçalves seeks his place in Saudi Arabia, Flamengo faces Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã . The return game, in La Plata, is already scheduled for September 25. The match will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) throughout Brazil.


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Training session defines Flamengo's starting lineup against Estudiantes in the Copa Libertadores

Mengão will have a decisive duel in the quarterfinals of the competition against the club from La Plata and Filipe Luís will have an activity to choose the starting 11

Training defines Flamengo's starting lineup for the clash against Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo
Training defines Flamengo's starting lineup for the clash against Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

17 Set 2025 | 08:06 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18), when they face Estudiantes (ARG), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Preparations for the match will be completed this Wednesday (17), with the last training session led by Filipe Luís , at Ninho do Urubu.


During the training session, scheduled for 3:30 pm (Brasília time), the red-and-black coach is expected to define the starting lineup. The most likely lineup includes: Rossi; Royal, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; De La Cruz (Allan), Saúl, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (Bruno Henrique), and Samuel Lino . However, confirmation will only come after the afternoon training session.


Despite the team's tendency, Filipe Luís can make changes based on the squad's movement at the training center. The coach has a habit of not repeating lineups and prepares the team based on what he studies about the opponents.


TRANSMISSION

The duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes will not be shown on free-to-air TV and will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) , but fans will be kept up to date with all the details of the match on Gazeta do Urubu.


RETURN GAME

The return match takes place next Thursday (25), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The victory at Maracanã is considered crucial for Flamengo to arrive in Argentina with an advantage in the fight for a place in the Libertadores semifinals.



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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo
Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

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In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.


Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"


"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.


TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.


"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.


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