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05 Jun 2025 | 11:28 |
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FIFA has released a special profile to present the clubs that will compete in this year's Club World Cup — and Flamengo has been highlighted. In the official guide to the tournament, the governing body of football praises the club's rich history , its most important titles and the idols that marked an era, such as Zico, Júnior and Zizinho.
FIFA on Flamengo in the Club World Cup guide: "With names like Zico, Júnior and Leandro, who have gained legendary status in Brazilian football"
“With names like Zico, Júnior and Leandro, who gained legendary status in Brazilian football, as well as the entire team, Rubro-Negro won the Brazilian Championship in 1980, 1982 and 1983, as well as the 1981 Copa Libertadores and the edition of the Intercontinental Cup ”, describes the guide.
In addition to the generation of the 1980s, FIFA also mentions other notable names from the red-black past and present. Zizinho, Gabigol, Filipe Luís and Diego Ribas are remembered for their recent achievements , the result of the financial restructuring that began in 2013, which is also highlighted in the text.
“A review carried out at the club paid off, ending with trophies, stars and better infrastructure. At the end of the last decade, Mengão returned to the top of Brazilian and South American football , with two national championships (2019 and 2020) and two Libertadores titles (2019 and 2022).”
Zico, Júnior and Zizinho received exclusive texts in the guide . Each one had their trajectory detailed, with praise for the legacy they left for Flamengo and for world football. Galinho will be the ambassador of the Mais Querido in the World Cup and will travel with the delegation.
ZIZINHO
“ Pelé’s first hero, as the ‘King’ himself has stated on numerous occasions. Dubbed by many as the successor to Leônidas da Silva and the precursor to Pelé, Zizinho is a Flamengo legend for his talent, state titles and the revolutionary impact he had on football. He was voted the best player in the 1950 World Cup and his legacy transcends generations.”
ZICO
“Thanks to his genius on the field and his unconditional love for the club, Zico is undeniably an icon of Flamengo . 'The Little Rooster from Quintino' enchanted with his refined technique, vision of the game and ability to make decisions. More than just a goalscorer, he was the conductor of the great red-and-black orchestra, leading the team to national and international titles.”
JUNIOR
“Called 'Maestro' or 'Helmet', Júnior could easily have had ' Flamengo ' as his surname. Left-back and midfielder, he was the symbol of professionalism and leadership on the field . Libertadores champion in 1981, he returned to the club in 1989, at the age of 35, to continue writing his story alongside idols such as Leandro, Adílio and Zico himself.”
Flamengo's debut in the World Cup is scheduled for June 16, against Espérance de Tunis, at 10 pm (Brasília time), at Lincoln Financial Field, in Philadelphia. Next, the Rubro-Negro will face Chelsea, in a decisive duel. Mengão ends its participation against LAFC, in Orlando.
More than 45 thousand tickets have already been sold for this Thursday's duel (2) between Mais Querido and Raposa, for the 26th round of the Brasileirão
01 Out 2025 | 16:33 |
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Flamengo announced that tickets for the match against Cruzeiro , this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, are practically sold out. The game is valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship and should have an audience of over 70 thousand people.
The North, West, East (upper and lower), and part of the South sectors are already full. Prices range from R$100 to R$600, depending on the sector, with half-price tickets available for all options.
The duel pits the leaders and runners-up of Série A against each other . Flamengo arrives with 54 points and a four-point advantage over Cruzeiro , which has 50. The match could reduce the gap between the two clubs or increase the red-black advantage in the race for the title.
Ticket sales began on September 2nd, exclusively for Flamengo members, who received priority and special discounts. Later, on September 18th, sales opened to the general public. Cruzeiro's visiting fans will be seated in the stadium's South B section.
'Carleto' released a list of 26 players for the friendlies against South Korea and Japan; Mengão had no players called up, but four former players were called up
01 Out 2025 | 15:27 |
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Coach Carlo Ancelotti announced this Wednesday (1st) the call-up of the Brazilian National Team for the friendlies against South Korea and Japan, which will be played in October during the FIFA World Cup. The matches will take place in Seoul and Tokyo, beginning the team's preparation for the 2026 World Cup , scheduled for June next year.
Despite not including any current Flamengo players, the list of 26 names released by Ancelotti includes four athletes who have played for the Rio de Janeiro club: Vini Jr (Real Madrid), Wesley (Roma), Fabrício Bruno (Cruzeiro) and Hugo Souza (Corinthians) . All of them stand out in their teams and earned the opportunity to join the green and yellow group.
Among the main highlights of the list are the returns of Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr., both from Real Madrid, who are once again important players in the national team's attack. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson, however, was sidelined due to an injury suffered in the English club's last game.
According to Ancelotti, the call-up prioritized players who play in European football , considering the logistics of traveling to Asia and the time difference. Still, two players who play in the Brazilian Championship were called up: Hugo Souza of Corinthians and Fabrício Bruno of Cruzeiro.
Goalkeepers: Bento (Al Nassr), Ederson (Fenerbahçe), Hugo Souza ( Corinthians )
Defenders: Caio Henrique (Monaco), Carlos Augusto (Inter Milan), Douglas Santos (Zenit), Eder Militão (Real Madrid), Fabricio Bruno (Cruzeiro), Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal), Lucas Beraldo (PSG), Vanderson (Monaco), Wesley (Roma)
Midfielders: André (Wolverhampton), Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle), Casemiro (Manchester United), João Gomes (Wolverhampton), Joelinton (Newcastle), Lucas Paquetá (West Ham)
Forwards: Estevão (Chelsea), Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest), Luiz Henrique (Zenit), Matheus Cunha (Manchester United), Richarlison (Tottenham), Rodrygo (Real Madrid), Vinicius Jr. (Real Madrid)
Mengão hosts Raposa this Thursday (2) for the Brasileirão and has an impressive sequence against the miners at home
01 Out 2025 | 15:07 |
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Facing Flamengo away from home has been a tough challenge for Cruzeiro in the Brasileirão . The last time the Minas Gerais team beat Flamengo in Rio de Janeiro in the national competition was in November 2010, almost 15 years ago.
Since then, the teams have faced each other 11 times at Maracanã (or in matches hosted by Flamengo ) in the tournament, and the record is largely favorable to the Mais Querido: eight wins and three draws. During this period, historic defeats stand out, such as the 5-1 victory in 2011 , as well as important triumphs for the red-and-blacks' campaigns. The most recent was a 2-1 victory in June 2024.
This Thursday (02), Flamengo and Cruzeiro face each other again in a direct confrontation for the Brazilian title . Rubro-Negro leads the table with 54 points, while the Minas Gerais team, with one more game, appears right behind, with 50. The ball rolls at Maracanã at 8:30 pm (Brasília time).
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