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Filipe Luís confirms Alex Sandro and Jorginho for the duel against Esperance

The preparation of the red-black squad was completed on Sunday morning, with training at 10:30 am (Brasília time) at the University of Stockton.

Flamengo's coach was excited about the debut and said that the team is arriving at a great moment for the competition
Flamengo's coach was excited about the debut and said that the team is arriving at a great moment for the competition

15 Jun 2025 | 20:20 |

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In an interview on the eve of the match against Espérance, from Tunisia, this Monday, at 10 pm (Brasília time), coach Filipe Luís answered the journalists' and Flamengo fans' questions about the presence of Alex Sandro and Jorginho in the debut of the global tournament. In this sense, with the exception of De La Cruz, all Flamengo players will be available to Filipe Luís.


WITH THE WORD....


All the players are available, with the exception of Nico (De La Cruz), so I can make the decisions"


It is a privilege to represent Flamengo . We will really test our strengths to see what level we are in the world. All the players are available, with the exception of Nico (De La Cruz), so that I can make the decisions, ” said Filipe Luís.


Flamengo 's coach was enthusiastic about the debut and said that the team is heading into the competition at a great time. He revealed that he has worked on concepts of the team's game model, which had been lost with the heavy sequence of games in Brazil, and said that the mental aspect is not a concern, since the Club World Cup, in itself, motivates the players.

We arrived at a great moment for this competition. We are prepared. We had more than 10 days of preparation, excluding the players who were with their national teams. We had the opportunity to practice concepts and small details of the game that are lost with a full schedule. We recovered these behaviors. The mental part, for the coach, is the easiest. A World Cup does not need extra motivation.

FLAMENGO ON THE FIELD

The clash between Flamengo and Espérance takes place this Monday and marks the opening of Group D of the World Cup , which also features Chelsea and Los Angeles FC. The duel will be broadcast nationally on TV Globo, as well as on digital platforms such as CazéTV (YouTube) and DAZN (streaming).



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Flamengo defeats Internacional and secures a place in the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals

With goals from Arrascaeta and Pedro, Rubro-Negro defeated Colorado 2-0 at Beira-Rio and confirmed their qualification for the next stage of the tournament.

Arrascaeta and Pedro guarantee the red-black victory at Beira-Rio; Mengão defeats Internacional 2-0 and advances to the quarterfinals of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Arrascaeta and Pedro guarantee the red-black victory at Beira-Rio; Mengão defeats Internacional 2-0 and advances to the quarterfinals of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 23:52 |

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Flamengo qualified for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores after defeating Internacional 2-0. The match started evenly, with Internacional trying to press in the opening minutes. Despite this, the home team failed to convert possession into clear-cut chances. Flamengo capitalized on a mistake by goalkeeper Rochet and opened the scoring with Arrascaeta , who finished into the net after a play initiated by Samuel Lino and Plata.


The Uruguayan, the season's standout, reached 15 goals and 11 assists in 2025, playing a key role in the team's campaign. In the final stage, Flamengo controlled the pace and exploited counterattacks effectively.


Pedro extended the lead after a corner kick from Luiz Araújo, capitalizing on a deflection from Léo Pereira to score the second. Internacional still tried to fight back, even hitting the post with a shot from Borré, but were thwarted by the opponent's solid defense and a strong performance from Rossi.


INTERNATIONAL CANNOT REACT

Despite the support of more than 43,000 fans at Beira-Rio, Colorado failed to convert its crowd into offensive effectiveness. Roger Machado's changes barely changed the game's complexion. Enner Valencia and Ricardo Mathias had chances but were unable to overcome the red-and-black defense.


FLAMENGO SHOWS MATURITY

With a 2-0 victory, the Rio de Janeiro team secures a spot in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores and keeps alive the hope of expanding its international trove of achievements. The team now turns its attention to the season's upcoming matches , buoyed by the consistency and confidence gained in this qualification.


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It's out! Check out Flamengo's lineup to face Internacional in the Copa Libertadores.

With an advantage built at Maracanã and a good run of form in the Brasileirão, Mais Querido seeks to confirm its qualification for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores against Colorado

Flamengo's confirmed lineup to face Internacional at Beira-Rio in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Flamengo's confirmed lineup to face Internacional at Beira-Rio in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 20:25 |

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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo is ready to face Internacional again, now for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. After winning the first leg 1-0, at the Maracanã, and beating the opponent again last Sunday (17), 3-1, for the Brazilian Championship, the Mais Querido arrives packed and with morale for the decisive confrontation.


The Rio de Janeiro team, currently the sole leader of the Brasileirão, is targeting the continental tournament in search of a place in the quarterfinals. With the advantage of a draw, the goal is to continue its quest for a fourth Libertadores title. In the group stage, the club finished second in Group C, totaling 11 points, the same as leaders LDU, with four wins, two draws, and only one loss.


FLAMENGO DEFINED


With Erick Pulgar out injured, the coach is counting on Arrascaeta , Bruno Henrique, and midfield reinforcements to maintain the team's consistency against Internacional. The red-and-black lineup has already been confirmed for the match at Beira-Rio. The coach will field the following formation: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Saúl, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique.

URUGUAYAN ARBITRATION


Experienced in decisive CONMEBOL matches, Esteban Ostojich will be the referee for the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 clash. CONMEBOL has appointed Uruguayan Esteban Ostojich as the referee for the match. With a history of decisive matches in the continental competition, the referee once again takes charge of a game of great importance.

RETROSPECT BETWEEN THE TEAMS

Flamengo has the advantage in overall head-to-head record and remains undefeated against Colorado in Copa Libertadores matches. With their recent Brasileirão triumph, Flamengo has now leveled the playing field and now has 40 wins to Internacional's 39, with 34 draws in 113 meetings. In the Copa Libertadores, there are five clashes: two group stage matches in 1993, two quarterfinals in 2019, and one in the round of 16 in 2025.


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Former Flamengo player gives up on being Santos coach

Former Mengão coach presented demands considered unfeasible by the Santos board, including major reinforcements, and the club is now turning its attention

Santos withdraws from signing Jorge Sampaoli after impasse over reinforcement demands and financial constraints; club eyes Juan Pablo Vojvoda - photo: reproduction
Santos withdraws from signing Jorge Sampaoli after impasse over reinforcement demands and financial constraints; club eyes Juan Pablo Vojvoda - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 20:00 |

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Santos has decided to end negotiations to hire Jorge Sampaoli as its new coach . Despite being the favorite to replace Cléber Xavier, who was fired after the 6-0 thrashing by Vasco, Santos failed to meet the Argentine's demands.


The main obstacle was the list of reinforcements requested by the coach, which even included a starter from Sevilla, Spain. The board argued that current financial conditions would not allow for such a large investment , making the deal unfeasible.


SAMPAOLI'S DEMANDS


In addition to seeking high-profile signings, Sampaoli reportedly also requested the release of youngsters Robinho Jr. and Gabriel Bontempo, recently integrated into the squad and well-regarded by fans. The coach's stance widened the gap between his ideas and the board's planning.

Negotiations made progress on salary points and even on the appointment of reinforcements , but no consensus was reached. The Argentine coach, who had a turbulent time with the Mais Querido in 2023, ended up being discarded by the Santos leadership.


SAMPAOLI HAD A PASSAGE AT FLAMENGO

While in charge of Flamengo in 2023, Sampaoli finished runner-up in the Copa do Brasil, but suffered significant burnout after an early elimination from the Copa Libertadores against Paraguayan club Olimpia. Recent history also weighed on internal assessments.



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