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Former Flamengo player Vinícius Júnior is 'spared' from criticism from the Spanish press

The Mais Querido player scored Real Madrid's only goal against Arsenal, this past Wednesday (16), when the Merengue team was eliminated

Vini Jr, from Flamengo, scored Real Madrid's only goal against Arsenal, this past Wednesday (16) (Reproduction/Real Madrid)
Vini Jr, from Flamengo, scored Real Madrid's only goal against Arsenal, this past Wednesday (16) (Reproduction/Real Madrid)

17 Abr 2025 | 13:33 |

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A Flamengo product, Vinícius Júnior scored Real Madrid's only goal against Arsenal last Wednesday (16), in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. In this way, the Merengue club's number 7 went 'unscathed' from criticism from the Spanish press.


SPANISH NEWSPAPERS SPARE VINI JR FROM CRITICISM


Vini Jr was praised for his resilient attitude and even though he didn't have a brilliant performance, he didn't hide on the field, always looking for the game and taking responsibility. Thus, the Spanish press spared the Flamengo player from criticism.


" He tried more than a thousand times, almost always making the wrong decision, but at least he put his face on the line ," highlighted "Marca", which gave the striker a good score of 7.

" Vini has given Madrid a ray of hope when it seemed there was none . He is not at his best, but it is remarkable how much he faces the game head on ," said the "As".


CATALONIAN PRESS PRAISES VINI JR'S PERFORMANCE

Real Madrid's number 7 even received praise from the Catalan press , which usually criticizes him, as well as the other athletes on the Merengue team.

" From the start of the match, he was involved and asked for the ball in practically every play ," highlighted Mundo Deportivo.

" He was the only one who always believed, whatever happened. [...] He was the best player for Real Madrid alongside Courtois. They might even say that he didn't get much right in the final metres, but in such a poor Madrid match, he did well ," added 'Sport'.

FOCUS ON THE NEXT GAME

Eliminated from the Champions League, Real Madrid now focuses on the only title possibilities of the season, LaLiga and Copa del Rey. The final of the knockout competition will be played against Barcelona, on April 26. In the points-based tournament, the Merengue club also competes against its rival, who leads by four points.


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Former Flamengo player Léo Duarte is in the sights of a rival from Rio de Janeiro

The defender left Mengão for Milan in 2019, but never established himself in the elite of European football and could be back in Rio de Janeiro.

Former Flamengo player, Léo Duarte is in Vasco's sights and may be returning from Rio de Janeiro - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Former Flamengo player, Léo Duarte is in Vasco's sights and may be returning from Rio de Janeiro - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

09 Ago 2025 | 15:30 |

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Vasco is interested in signing defender Léo Duarte , currently with İstanbul Başakşehir in Turkey, to bolster its defense for the remainder of the season . The information was released by the Canak Vasco portal, in partnership with VDG-Cast.


BUSINESS IS CONSIDERED DIFFICULT


Despite the interest, negotiations are seen as difficult. Léo Duarte is a regular starter and a key player for the Turkish club, making a quick release unlikely. The defender has already played 174 matches for Başakşehir, scoring two goals and providing four assists.


Vasco is also monitoring other defensive players, including Colombian Carlos Cuesta. The board is looking to expand its options to address one of the main needs of Fernando Diniz's squad : the arrival of an experienced defender.

PASSAGE THROUGH FLAMENGO


Revealed in Flamengo 's youth ranks, Léo Duarte left the club in 2019. During his time playing for Rubro-Negro, he won two Campeonato Carioca titles (2017 and 2019) . The defender worked for about a month with Jorge Jesus before being sold to Milan (ITA), his first European club.

In Europe, he failed to establish himself at Milan and was loaned to İstanbul Başakşehir, who later acquired his rights permanently . He's currently enjoying a good run of form in Turkish football, which makes Vasco's move difficult.



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Flamengo vs Barcelona U-20: Mengão's reinforcement confirmed for the World Cup

Player 'selects' for the match against the Catalans that could mark the second title of Mais Querido in the international competition

Matheus Gonçalves makes himself available for Flamengo vs Barcelona in the U-20 World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Matheus Gonçalves makes himself available for Flamengo vs Barcelona in the U-20 World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

09 Ago 2025 | 13:30 |

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The Ninho boys are in the final stretch of preparation for the U-20 World Cup final . On August 23, Flamengo faces Barcelona (ESP) at 4:30 pm (Brasília time) at Maracanã. Among the standouts, Matheus Gonçalves has already made himself available for the duel .


On social media, the club released promotional art for the match featuring the midfielder . Matheus reposted the post, reinforcing expectations that Bruno Pivetti will be used in the final. The midfielder was part of the U-20 World Cup-winning team last season, with the victory over Olympiacos.


MATHEUS GONÇALVES' SITUATION AT FLAMENGO


The player was close to being traded to Cruzeiro and even reached an agreement with Pedro Lourenço, president of the Minas Gerais State Football Association (SAF). However, Flamengo opted to keep him. Without many opportunities under Filipe Luís, Matheus asked to play for the under-20s , where he excelled and returned to the professional squad.

Matheus Gonçalves remains one of the main names for a possible departure from Flamengo . Besides Cruzeiro, Red Bull Bragantino has also expressed interest in signing the midfielder. On the international market, CSKA Moscow has already signaled to Mengão that it intends to make an official offer in the coming days.


NEXT GAME

Even with the focus on the U-20 World Cup, Matheus Gonçalves remains available for the main team and may be related to the match against Mirassol , this Saturday (09), at 6:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brasileirão. The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view.


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What time is Flamengo's game against Mirassol today? Find out everything you need to know

Mengão receives Leão this Saturday (8) for the Brasileirão at Maracanã with the aim of remaining at the top of the competition

Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure
Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure

09 Ago 2025 | 12:30 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Saturday (09) to face Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship . The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view. Mengão wants the victory to remain at the top of the Championship.


Coach Filipe Luís will have some important news. Midfielder Jorge Carrascal , the latest signing in the transfer window, has already had his name published in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID) and will be included in the squad, with a good chance of making his debut with the Sacred Mantle.


In addition, Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo return after being rested against Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil due to physical activity management. Michael, who has recovered from ankle pain, may also be available.


FLAMENGO'S SHORTAGES

Rubro-Negro will be without Jorginho, suspended for his third yellow card. Danilo and De La Cruz are still undergoing treatment for injuries and should only return against Internacional , next Wednesday (13), for the Libertadores. Erick Pulgar, who underwent foot surgery, remains out.


MIRASSOL MOMENT

Mirassol is enjoying a strong run in the Brasileirão and is heading into this match with a bang. Without suspended coach Rafael Guanaes, the team will be led by assistant coach Ivan Baitello. The news is the return of captain and top scorer Reinaldo , who served a suspension in the last round.



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