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02 Ago 2025 | 11:23
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Coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo, multi-champion in Brazilian football, caused controversy when he stated that Cruzeiro in 2003 was superior to Flamengo in 2019. In a recent interview to Charla Podcast, the coach highlighted that, although the celestial team was not made up of players who were so highly valued individually, the team was much more tactically balanced and played collective football. very high level.
For Luxemburgo, the main quality of the Cruzeiro team that year was the tactical awareness and the rapport between the players, which resulted in a spectacle on the field. "Those guys did a magical thing. Winning a triple crown is complicated. That team was fantastic. The team played amazing football," he said.
THE CRUZEIRO TEAM OF 2003: AN INNOVATIVE TACTICAL SCHEME
Luxemburgo also detailed how he managed to put together a team with an innovative tactical scheme that led the team celestial to achieve historic feats. "We didn't have all the team you think. The team that stood out was Gomes, Maurinho who I took from Santos, Dracena, Luisão and Cris, and Leandrinho on the left. I managed to form a diamond in the midfield, with Maldonado, Wendel and Recife, to give freedom", he explained.
In addition, the coach made a point of highlighting the importance of key players like Alex, Deivid and Aristizábal, who were in great form and scored many goals that season. This extraordinary performance led Cruzeiro to break records not yet achieved in Brazilian football, being the only team to surpass the 100-point mark in the Brazilian Championship.
FLAMENGO 2019: ONE GREATLY SUCCESSFUL TEAM, BUT LESS TACTICALLY BALANCED
However, Luxembourg also made a point of recognizing Flamengo's success of 2019, which won the Campeonato Carioca, Campeonato Brasileiro and Copa Libertadores titles under the command of Jorge Jesus. The red and black team enchanted with offensive and aggressive football, but, according to the coach, their tactical balance was not as perfect as that of Cruzeiro in 2003.
Mengão still had a historic performance in the Club World Cup, but ended up losing to Liverpool in extra time, in a fiercely contested final. Even so, the year 2019 was marked by great achievements and the brilliance of players like Gabigol, Bruno Henrique and Arrascaeta, who helped write one of the most successful pages in the club's history.
CONCLUSION: DIFFICULTY IN COMPARING TEAMS FROM DIFFERENT SEASONS
Although it is difficult to compare teams From such different times, Vanderlei Luxemburgo's statements raise an interesting point about the tactical balance and collective quality of a team. The 2003 Cruzeiro, under his direction, was an example of organization and efficiency, while the 2019 Flamengo demonstrated offensive strength and high-level individual plays. Both teams marked their place in the history of Brazilian football, but, for Luxembourg, the Minas Gerais team was the most complete.
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At a press conference, the striker mentioned a conversation with the black and white athlete before deciding to return to Brazilian football to play for Mengão.
02 Ago 2025 | 16:32 |
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Officially presented this Friday (1), striker Samuel Lino gave his first press conference as a Flamengo player. One day after making his debut in the red and black shirt, the number 16 made a point of highlighting that returning to Brazilian football does not represent a setback in his career — on the contrary .
During his conversation with reporters, Lino revealed that he had spoken with Corinthians striker Memphis Depay while on vacation in Brazil. According to him, even the Dutchman was impressed by the progress of Brazilian football .
Flamengo's Samuel Lino spoke with a Corinthians player: "I met Memphis on vacation"
"About a month ago, I said to my mother: 'Imagine me going back to Brazil, closer to my family.' I never thought about my age. The Brazilian market has grown a lot, and the World Cup showed that . I played against Botafogo in the last round [for Atlético Madrid] and they gave us a hard time. They also have a lot of quality. Football in Brazil is experiencing enormous growth. I met Memphis while on vacation in São Paulo and he commented on the development of the structure and the level of play here," said the striker.
At 25, Samuel Lino has played in the Champions League and six seasons in European football. Despite his success on the Old Continent, he didn't hesitate to accept Flamengo's project , aiming for titles and a spot in the 2026 World Cup with the Brazilian national team.
"When Flamengo 's interest came up, I never thought, 'I'm young, I have to stay in Europe.' I always told my agent: Flamengo is a huge club in Brazil . If it were European, it would still fight for titles. When the project is good and will help you grow, showcase your skills, and do what you love, there's no such thing as age," he added.
In addition to Samuel Lino, Flamengo has already finalized the signings of Saúl Ñíguez, Emerson Royal, and Jorge Carrascal —a deal still awaiting official announcement. The club is also still in the market and is in talks with Fiorentina for striker Lucas Beltrán.
Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (03), at 6:30 pm, to face Ceará at Arena Castelão, for the 18th round of the Brazilian Championship . The match will be broadcast on the Premiere channel (pay-per-view), Record and Cazé TV.
Mengão heads to Fortaleza to face Ceará in the Brasileirão with returning players, but also without Filipe Luís in the starting lineup.
02 Ago 2025 | 14:51 |
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Flamengo's journey in the fight for the Brazilian Championship title continues this Sunday (03), when the team faces Ceará, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Castelão, for the 18th round of the competition. This Saturday (02), coach Filipe Luís released the list of players related to the confrontation .
Filipe Luís is still without Michael and Danilo, both of whom have been medically injured. Nico De La Cruz remains out, undergoing physical reconditioning. Flamengo, on the other hand, will have important reinforcements for the match. Arrascaeta and Jorginho, who missed the Copa do Brasil match against Atlético-MG , are back. The recent debuts of Samuel Lino, Emerson Royal, and Saúl are also among the highlights of the call-up.
Two names were left off the list for specific reasons. Luiz Araújo was rested due to physical activity management, aiming to avoid strain that could lead to muscle injuries . Goalkeeper Matheus Cunha was not included due to patellar tendinitis in his left knee. Both remained in Rio de Janeiro. Flamengo heads into the 18th round of the Brasileirão (Brazilian Championship) as leader, with 36 points. Cruzeiro, with 34, is second, but has already played one more match.
After completing preparations this Saturday, Flamengo takes to the field this Sunday (03), at 6:30 pm , against Ceará, at Arena Castelão. The match will be broadcast live on the Premiere channel (pay-per-view), Record and on Cazé TV.
The striker was officially reported by the STJD on Friday and could be preventively suspended, in addition to being banned from football for up to two years.
02 Ago 2025 | 12:59 |
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The Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) Prosecutor's Office has charged Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique with alleged match-fixing. In response, the number 27's defense issued a statement to the 'Coluna do Fla' portal, refuting the accusation.
Flamengo's Bruno Henrique defended: "He was punished with a card in a play in which, obviously, there wasn't even a foul"
" Bruno Henrique was booked for a play in which, obviously, there wasn't even a foul. The claim that receiving a card for this play—in which there wasn't even a foul—was intended to influence the outcome of the match or the championship is absurd . The Superior Court of Justice (STJD) itself had previously dismissed a case based on the same allegations. The athlete's defense will demonstrate that this new complaint should also be dismissed."
Despite the complaint, Bruno Henrique remains free to play until the case is judged and should be included normally for the game between Flamengo and Ceará, this Sunday (3), at 6:30 pm, for the 18th round of the Brasileirão, at Arena Castelão.
The STJD Prosecutor's Office framed the player under two articles of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD):
The complaint will still be analyzed, and the athlete will have the right to a full defense before any trial.
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