In the final moment of the classic between Flamengo and Fluminense, the fierce rivalry between the teams manifested itself in an explosive riot, led by intense disagreements between Gabigol, Nino, Fabrício Bruno and Diogo Barbosa.
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In the heated outcome of the classic between Flamengo and Fluminense, there was a tense riot between Gabigol and Nino. The incident unfolded into a heated argument involving Fabrício Bruno and Diogo Barbosa. The red-black defender directed offensive words at the tricolor, calling him a "brat". Bruno to Diogo Barbosa.
Later, the two were once again involved in a heated exchange of words. This time, Fabrício Bruno's insults extended to Fluminense players. "Worse still, you horrible, f***ing bad people, you're a piece of shit." In response, Diogo Barbosa replied: "You just talk". Flamengo's defender, in turn, couldn't contain himself and challenged: "Okay, we'll sort it out there then."
It's not the first time that Fabrício Bruno has gets involved in a heated argument during a classic. Previously, he had a similar disagreement with Vegetti during the clash with Vasco. However, after the game, the two resolved their differences and even met in the condominium where they live. Nino, in turn, was outraged by a foul committed by Gabigol and attacked the attacker.
The Fluminense defender even ensnared the red-and-black, saying: "Did I do something? I didn't do anything." Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio sent off both players, but Shirt 10 didn't understand the reason for the red card and sought explanations. "I didn't do anything, check with the VAR, go ahead, I'm not leaving. I didn't do anything. What Did I do it? Was it yellow? Yes, I was fouled. Why did you expel me? I need to know why you expelled me, I didn't do anything", asked Gabigol.
The episode, unfortunately, adds another chapter to the long list of disagreements that permeate the Brazilian football scene. Amid the passion of the fans, the intensity of the games often goes beyond the limits of the field and results in regrettable scenes like the one that occurred in the classic between Flamengo and Fluminense. Rivalry, although inherent to the sport, must be faced with respect and fair play, essential values for the integrity and prestige of football. May episodes like this serve as a warning about the need to keep the sporting spirit high, preserving the image and essence of the game, which goes far beyond the four lines.
The teams play the first game of the quarterfinals at 7 p.m.
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Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores.
Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:
"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."
Match starts at 7pm this Thursday
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Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.
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