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Former Flamengo coach reveals he was surprised by former player: "I didn't have..."

The former coach of Mais Querido spoke about the former athlete's leadership behind the scenes at Rubro-Negro and how he motivated his teammates

The former coach of Mais Querido spoke about the former athlete's leadership behind the scenes at Rubro-Negro (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
The former coach of Mais Querido spoke about the former athlete's leadership behind the scenes at Rubro-Negro (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

12 Jun 2025 | 17:42 |

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Maurício Barbieri, currently free on the market, participated in the Charla Podcast program and recalled his time at Flamengo in 2018. The coach revealed that he was surprised by Diego Ribas' leadership stance, former number 10 of Mais Querido.





During my time with Diego, he had an absurd leadership. I didn't have that image of Diego", said Barbieri about the former number 10.


He continued: "I had the image of Diego as irreverent, from Santos, of Diego who often caused trouble, of going forward, of confronting others. I didn't have this image of Diego as a leader. During the entire period I was there, he was an exceptional leader ."

BARBIERI FOR FLAMENGO

It is worth remembering that Maurício Barbieri led Flamengo in 39 matches, with 19 wins, 11 draws and nine losses. The coach was fired after the elimination of Mais Querido in the semi-final of the Copa do Brasil, against Corinthians .

DIEGO RIBAS KEEPING AN EYE ON FLAMENGO

An idol and multiple champion for Mais Querido, Diego Ribas is keeping an eye on his former team and spoke about the Rubro-Negro's participation in the Club World Cup. The former player highlighted that Flamengo has to take it step by step in the competition, and that they need to be careful.

“This World Cup is different. It makes things much more difficult because there are more games. You will face more quality teams during this journey. What makes the difference in a tournament like this is the concentration in each game. Losing yourself compared to what may come next could cost you dearly. Flamengo has to take it step by step,” Diego Ribas told the website ge.


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Flamengo will hold a meeting to approve Betano as its new sponsor.

The club's Deliberative Council meets this Tuesday (19) and an agreement with the betting house will be on the agenda after the announcement on Monday

Flamengo's Deliberative Council will hold a meeting this Tuesday (19) to approve Betano - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Flamengo's Deliberative Council will hold a meeting this Tuesday (19) to approve Betano - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

19 Ago 2025 | 11:41 |

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Flamengo's Deliberative Council will hold an extraordinary session this Tuesday (19) to deliberate on two central agendas: the approval of the contract with Betano, which should assume the club's master sponsorship , and a proposal to change the Social Statute aimed at combating racism and discrimination.


The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, in person in the Salão Nobre at Gávea headquarters, and also online. The first meeting is scheduled for 6:30 PM , and the second, final meeting, is scheduled for 7 PM (Brasília time).


CONTRACT WITH BETANO


The agreement includes displaying the brand on the main jerseys of the men's and women's professional soccer teams, as well as Flamengo 's men's basketball team. The sponsor's name will also be printed on the athletes' travel uniforms and on the lower back of the women's volleyball team's uniform.

CHANGE IN BYLAWS


Another relevant issue is the proposed amendment to Flamengo 's Statute, which includes measures to prevent, raise awareness and punish acts of racism and prejudice committed by members, directors, athletes, employees or service providers.

Penalties include a suspension of up to 365 days , exclusion from membership, dismissal for cause, and contract termination. The initiative reinforces the club's commitment to promoting respect, inclusion, and equality.

VOTING FORMAT

The vote will be held in a hybrid format, with a platform that allows council members to follow the session and vote securely remotely. In addition to the two main agenda items, the meeting will also include approval of the previous minutes and a space for general matters , consolidating a moment of institutional relevance both on and off the field.



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Flamengo vs Barcelona: check out the partial ticket prices for the U-20 World Cup

Mengão faces Barça this Saturday (23) at 4:30 pm at Maracanã and fans promise to fill the stadium in search of the second title of the competition

Maracanã will be the home of the U-20 World Cup between Flamengo and Barcelona; Check out the partial ticket prices - Photo: Reproduction
Maracanã will be the home of the U-20 World Cup between Flamengo and Barcelona; Check out the partial ticket prices - Photo: Reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 10:17 |

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Maracanã will be the stage for the duel between Flamengo and Barcelona (ESP), this Saturday (23), for the final of the U-20 Club World Cup. So far, 23,055 tickets have been sold, a number considered good for a game in this category , but below the expectations of the red-black fans.


According to journalist Venê Casagrande , the initial available number is 37,844 tickets. If sold out, new tickets will be released. Demand is expected to increase from Thursday (21) , with the expectation of a large crowd at the stadium to support the Garotos do Ninho , who are seeking their second intercontinental championship — the club beat Olympiacos (GRE) in the last decision.


HOW TO BUY TICKETS FOR FLAMENGO X BARCELONA U-20


Tickets are still open to the general public and will be available until the match, subject to availability. Tickets can be purchased through the official website : ingressos.flamengo.com.br .

  • 20/08, at 10 am – Opening of physical points of sale / collection of free tickets in person.
  • 23/08, at 4pm – End of online sales.
TICKET PRICES
  • North (Flamengo)
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$11.25
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$15.75
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$18.00
    • General Public: R$45.00 (half price R$22.50)
  • South (Flamengo)
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$11.25
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$15.75
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$18.00
    • General Public: R$45.00 (half price R$22.50)
  • Upper East (Flamengo)
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$11.25
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$15.75
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$18.00
    • General Public: R$45.00 (half price R$22.50)
  • Lower East (Flamengo)
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$13.75
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$19.25
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$22.00
    • General Public: R$55.00 (half price R$27.50)
  • Lower West (Flamengo)
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$13.75
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$19.25
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$22.00
    • General Public: R$55.00 (half price R$27.50)
  • South (Visitor – Gate B)
    • General Public: R$80.00 (half price R$40.00).
  • Maracanã Plus
    • Maraca Nation 1: R$131.25
    • Maraca Nation 2: R$153.75
    • Maraca Nation 3: R$165.00
    • General Public: R$300.00 (half price R$187.50)



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Flamengo enters the ranking of the biggest sponsorships in the world with Betano

Mengão has reached the highest partnership agreement with the bookmaker in Brazil and is now on par with the biggest teams in world football.

Betano's sponsorship of Flamengo puts the red-black club among the highest-earning in the world - Photo: Reproduction
Betano's sponsorship of Flamengo puts the red-black club among the highest-earning in the world - Photo: Reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 09:41 |

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Flamengo announced this Monday (18) Betano as its new master sponsor . The contract, valid for three years, is the largest ever signed by a Brazilian club and places the Rubro-Negro among the ten highest paid in the world . The agreement provides for around R$268 million per season for the brand's exposure on the uniform.


The amount is more than double the previous contract with Pixbet, which generated R$115 million annually. With this, Flamengo further widens the gap with its rivals in the national scenario : the second-largest master sponsorship in Brazil, Corinthians' with Esporte da Sorte, is worth R$103 million, or R$165 million less than Flamengo's.


RANKING OF THE LARGEST SPONSORSHIPS IN THE WORLD
  1. Real Madrid (ESP) – Emirates: €70 million (R$443 million)
  2. Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) – Qatar Airways: €65 million (R$411 million)
  3. Barcelona (ESP) – Spotify: €57.5 million (R$365 million)
  4. Manchester City (ENG) – Etihad Airways: €55 million (R$349 million)
  5. Manchester United (ENG) – TeamViewer: €55 million (R$349 million)
  6. Liverpool (ING) – Standard Chartered: €53.5 million (R$340 million)
  7. Juventus (ITA) – Jeep: €51 million (R$324 million)
  8. Bayern Munich (GER) – T-Mobile: €50 million (R$ 317 million)
  9. Arsenal (ENG) – Emirates: €45 million (R$286 million)
  10. Flamengo (BRA) – Betano: €42 million (R$268 million)


The red-black contract exceeds, for example, that of Ajax (HOL) with Ziggo, which pays only €8 million (around R$51 million).

HISTORIC PARTNERSHIP


The deal with Betano also includes performance targets that could boost the club's profits . The deal reinforces Flamengo's status as a leading brand in South American football and demonstrates the commercial growth potential of clubs in the region.


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