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FORMER COACH MENTIONS FLAMENGO IN SPEECH AFTER JOINING THE SERIE A CLUB

Coach who was speculated in Mais Querido was presented this Monday (11)

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Photo: Reproduction

12 Set 2023 | 05:17 |

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After Flamengo announced that Jorge Sampaoli is not part of the club's plans for 2024, red and black fans began to speculate possible names that could replace the Argentine. One of the most talked about options was Rogério Ceni, who already had a stint on Mais Querido. However, the idea was discarded this Monday (11), when the coach was presented as Bahia's new commander. In his speech, the former Flamengo player recalled his time at Rubro-Negro, recalling titles and praising the players.

Rogério Ceni began his speech by stating that he was sociable as a professional: "I'm a guy who likes people who work every day. I like those who arrive early, dedicate themselves and want to evolve. I have no problems, I treat everyone very well. I demand during that hour, hour and a half of training. But when it ends there, everyone is my partner ", said the former Flamengo player.



Then, Bahia's new coach recalled his time at Mais Querido, praising the club's players: "At Flamengo, regardless of what people think, we won three titles in eight months. I have great affection for all the guys (from Fla). They are important football players, each with their own story, even outside of Brazil", he pointed out.

Rogério Ceni wore the Sacred Mantle in November 2020, and had a short stint. In July of the following year, the coach was fired after being defeated by Atlético-MG, in Belo Horizonte, 2-1. During his period at the club, he took charge of 46 games, with 26 wins, eight draws and 26 defeats. Throughout his months at Rubro-Negro, the coach witnessed 95 goals scored and 63 conceded.




At Mengão, Rogério Ceni won three titles, as mentioned in his speech this Monday (11). The coach won the 2020 Brazilian Championship, the 2021 Brazilian Super Cup and the 2021 Carioca Championship. On the first day of October, the coach will be able to meet Flamengo again at Maracanã, when the Rio de Janeiro team competes in the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship with Bahia.



Before that, Mengão focuses on the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. Flamengo and Athletico-PR face each other next Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Kleber Andrade Stadium, in Espírito Santo. Currently, Mais Querido occupies fourth place in the Brazilian Championship. The club's objective is to overcome the 12-point difference between Rubro-Negro and Botafogo, the current leader of the competition.


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Former Flamengo player Paquetá scores and 'rejects call' at West Ham

Amid rumors of his departure from the Hammers, the Mengão player scores for the third consecutive game and celebrates by 'refusing' a phone call

Former Flamengo player Paquetá scores one of the goals in West Ham's victory and celebrates 'rejecting calls' - Photo: Reproduction/Premier League
Former Flamengo player Paquetá scores one of the goals in West Ham's victory and celebrates 'rejecting calls' - Photo: Reproduction/Premier League

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Still unsure whether they will have Lucas Paquetá until the end of the season , West Ham won their first victory in the Premier League this Sunday (31) . In the third round of the competition, the team beat Nottingham Forest away from home 3-0, in a match marked by efficiency in the final minutes.


OPPONENT DOMINATION, WEST HAM EFFICIENCY


Despite the heavy score, West Ham struggled again. Controlled by Nottingham Forest for much of the match, the London team benefited from their rival's inability to finish plays . When they had the opportunity, they were decisive.


All three goals came in the final six minutes. Bowen opened the scoring, and the home side completely lost their way. Lucas Paquetá then doubled the lead with a penalty , and Callum Wilson sealed the victory, securing the Hammers' first win of the season.

PAQUETÁ MARKS AND SENDS A MESSAGE IN THE CELEBRATION


During the celebration, Paquetá made a gesture of connection with his hand and then feigned a refusal. He then kissed the West Ham crest. This gesture was interpreted as a response to rumors of a possible transfer to Aston Villa , a club that had expressed interest in the Brazilian.

HOW MUCH WILL FLAMENGO PROFIT FROM THE SALE?

Having nurtured the player in its youth academy, Flamengo is entitled to approximately 4% of the total value of each international transfer for Paquetá . Based on the £47 million offer, the Rio de Janeiro club stands to receive approximately £1.88 million (R$13.8 million) at the current exchange rate.


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When will Flamengo play again? The club will have commitments in the Brasileirão and Libertadores.

With a goal from Arrascaeta and a penalty converted by Tiago Volpi, Mengão drew with Grêmio and will have two weeks of training before facing Juventude and Vasco

Arrascaeta opened the scoring for Flamengo, but Tiago Volpi equalized from the penalty spot and the duel against Grêmio ended in a draw at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Arrascaeta opened the scoring for Flamengo, but Tiago Volpi equalized from the penalty spot and the duel against Grêmio ended in a draw at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

31 Ago 2025 | 18:33 |

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The clash between Flamengo and Grêmio, held this Sunday (31) at Maracanã, for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship , ended in a 1-1 draw. Mais Querido opened the scoring early in the final stage, with Arrascaeta finishing after a good exchange of passes. However, in the decisive stretch , Tiago Volpi converted a penalty and guaranteed the draw for the visitors.


In the first half, Filipe Luís 's team dominated, maintaining possession and pressuring the opposing defense. Pedro and Léo Pereira created good opportunities, forcing Volpi into crucial saves, and Noriega blocked a shot almost on the line . On the Grêmio side, counterattacks were neutralized, leaving Rossi with little trouble in the red-and-black goal.


FLAMENGO WILL HAVE TWO WEEKS


With the draw, Flamengo remains top of the Brasileirão and will now have a two-week break due to the FIFA World Cup. The Brazilian national team will play its final rounds of World Cup qualifying between September 1st and 9th.

The red-and-black team returns to action on the 14th, against Juventude, at 4 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Alfredo Jaconi stadium, with coverage on Globo and Premiere. In the first round, the match ended in a 6-0 rout at the Maracanã stadium, a match that marked Pedro's return from a serious injury, with the striker scoring two goals.


FLAMENGO CALENDAR

After facing Juventude , the Rubro-Negro will have a busy next match, facing Vasco in the Brasileirão and, in the middle of the schedule, hosting Estudiantes in the Libertadores. The break is seen as an opportunity for tactical adjustments and physical recovery for the squad, which aims to maintain its lead in the national tournament and advance in international competitions.


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Could Gerson, formerly of Flamengo, be sold? The businessman gives the answer.

Marcão, father of the former Mengão captain, gave his version of the rumors of negotiations between Zenit and Al-Ittihad of Saudi Arabia

Marcão, Gerson's father and manager, ex-Flamengo, denies having received offers for the player - Photo: Reproduction/Zenit
Marcão, Gerson's father and manager, ex-Flamengo, denies having received offers for the player - Photo: Reproduction/Zenit

31 Ago 2025 | 18:30 |

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Gerson's start at Zenit, after leaving Flamengo in the last transfer window, has been difficult. The midfielder, who joined the Russian club shortly after the Club World Cup, has yet to establish himself as a starter and has seen few minutes on the pitch . To make matters worse, he missed the team's last match due to an injury. In previous matches, he had only been used occasionally.


SAUDI CLUB OPENS CONVERSATIONS


This Sunday (31), information emerged that Al-Ittihad , from Saudi Arabia, had started talks to sign the Brazilian. The news surprised the red-black fans, as the negotiation would take place just 45 days after Gerson's departure from Flamengo.


Marcão, Gerson's father, ex-Flamengo: "I haven't been notified yet"
PLAYER'S FATHER AND MANAGER SPEAKS OUT

In contact with journalist Julio Miguel Neto, Marcão, Gerson 's father and manager, denied having received any official proposal so far , despite the strong rumor after a post by journalist specializing in the transfer market Fabrizio Romano about a possible negotiation.


"If anything has come, it's been from club to club; I haven't been officially notified by anyone yet. I haven't offered him to any club ," he declared. Despite this, Marcão acknowledged the possibility that the Arabs first approached Zenit before any direct talks with the player.

NUMBERS BY ZENIT

Since arriving in Saint Petersburg, Gerson has played 340 minutes in six matches . So far, the midfielder has not scored or provided any assists, according to data from the Transfermarkt portal.

FLAMENGO REMAINS FOCUSED ON THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Meanwhile, Flamengo , the player's former club, takes to the field this Sunday (31) for the Brazilian Championship. Leader of the competition, the team led by Filipe Luís faces Grêmio , at Maracanã, at 4 pm (Brasília time).



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