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President of Palmeiras harshly criticizes Financial Fair Play, Flamengo is part of the clubs that want the law implemented
The pressure for a possible dismissal of the coach begins to be discussed on social media
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Flamengo suffered a significant setback in its CONMEBOL Libertadores campaign this Tuesday, losing by 1-0 for Palestino, complicating their situation in group E of the competition. The negative result in Coquimbo reflects a bad moment for the Rio club, which now equals its worst campaigns in the group stage of this century.
In this way, the pressure on Tite begins to be discussed on social media. However, according to an investigation by our portal, Mais Querido's board of directors completely shields the current technical committee, understanding that there is a moment of technical decline for the main players in the squad.
Another detail that also influences not being fired are the few options on the market to take on the position. To replace Tite, top management would have to negotiate with foreign coaches, which would take time to achieve, at a delicate moment in which Rubro-Negro is competing for places in the round of 16 of the Libertadores and is seeking to advance to the next stage in the Copa do Brasil.
FLAMENGO HAS THEIR WORST LIBERTADORES CAMPAIGN IN THE CENTURYWith just 4 points accumulated in four matches, the team led by coach Tite repeats the performances of 2002 and 2014, years in that Flamengo also faced early eliminations at the same stage of the tournament. The recent defeat raises concerns about the possibility of a new early elimination, although there is still a mathematical chance of reversing the current scenario.
Given this scenario, Flamengo can reach, at most, 10 points by the end of the phase of groups. With this, Rubro-Negro will depend not only on themselves, but also on a combination to still be able to dream of a place in the knockout stages of the Libertadores.
Football vice Marcos Braz confirms that he will talk to Mengão coach
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With the final stretch of the 2024 season approaching, Flamengo faces an important challenge after the injury to Pedro, who suffered a ruptured ligament in his left knee. The club's vice-president of football, Marcos Braz, stated in an interview with "Fla TV" that he will discuss with coach Tite and his committee the possibility of seeking a new reinforcement to make up for the striker's absence.
The Flamengo see you next time Tuesday (stipulated deadline) to regularize any player who may play for the team this season. However, the options available are limited, as only athletes without a contract can be signed outside the transfer window. Braz highlighted the difficulties in finding suitable names on the market.
"The window is practically over, and the restrictions are enormous in making a signing at this time. After the window closes, it is only possible to sign players who were already without a contract before closing. This greatly reduces the options", explained the manager.
Despite speculation about possible hiring, Marcos Braz highlighted that The red and black squad already has alternatives for the position. Flamengo has, in addition to Gabigol, who must take responsibility in the attack, other players who can perform the role, such as Carlinhos and Bruno Henrique, who can also be improvised as a center forward.
"We have three players who can play in this position. Gabigol has always solved our problems, we have Carlinhos and Bruno Henrique, who can play the role of 9. We will analyze calmly until Tuesday and decide what is best for Flamengo", concluded Braz.
The council finds its hands tied in negotiations
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Pedro's injury was a hard blow for the team, not only because of the impact on performance on the field, but also because of what it means behind the scenes. With a deep and talented cast, Flamengo tends to maintain its competitive level even with absences, thanks to a full bench. However, Pedro's departure raises the question of how the club will fill this gap.
Rumors about possible international reinforcements began to circulate quickly, with names like Memphis Depay, Martial and Mariano Díaz gaining prominence in the press. However, Flamengo's board is taking a cautious approach. According to information from UOL, two main factors are guiding the club's strategy: the performance of the players already available and the budget situation.
Firstly, Flamengo is evaluating the ability of its current players to cover Pedro's absence. Among the possible replacements, Gabigol, Bruno Henrique and Carlinhos are mentioned as viable options. These players have a history of good performance and familiarity with the style of play Flamengo, which could facilitate adaptation and minimize the impact of Pedro's injury.
In addition, the club's financial situation is a crucial point in the decision. With more than R$329 million invested in recent signings, Flamengo has already committed a significant part of its budget. This amount is just a little below the R$360.9 million spent in 2019, when President Rodolfo Landim made large investments. The high financial burden of previous signings implies a more restrictive management of available resources.
Flamengo's board also faces difficulties in relation to the sale of players, which further impacts the budget. Negotiations for transfers of Wesley and Fabrício Bruno did not progress as expected, resulting in a lower than desired performance in player sales. This limits the club's ability to invest in new reinforcements, especially in a competitive market.
Rubro-Negro loses to Corinthians in a disputed game
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In a match marked by balance and few clear chances, Flamengo was defeated by Corinthians in the last round of the Brazilian Championship. The home team secured a 2-1 victory with goals from Talles Magno and Ángel Romero, while the highlight of the São Paulo team was Rodrigo Garro, who dominated the actions in midfield.
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LACK OF CREATIVITY MARKS RUBRO-BLACK PERFORMANCE
On the red-black side, the lack of creativity was the point that caught the most attention. The team led by Tite failed to create significant opportunities throughout the game, which generated frustration among fans. Charly Alcaraz's expulsion in the second half worsened the situation, further compromising Flamengo's chances of a reaction in the match. b>
After yet another defeat, a considerable portion of the red and black fans began to express their discontent, asking for drastic measures to change the team's stance. On social media, many fans called for Tite to leave, with one of them asking: "What day can 'Tite out' start?".
With the adverse result, Flamengo moved further away from the race for the Brasileirão title, remaining six points behind leader Botafogo. The situation puts even more pressure on Tite and the red and black squad, who will have a full week of training to prepare for the next challenge, the classic against Vasco da Gama, valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship.
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