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02 Jun 2025 | 12:23 |
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In Flamengo 's 5-0 win over Fortaleza this Sunday (1st) at Maracanã, Michael was one of the highlights of the match when he scored and showed signs of recovery in his performance. After the game, coach Filipe Luís praised the striker and revealed the efforts of the coaching staff to recover the best version of the player — as well as that of Everton Cebolinha .
Filipe Luís on Michael and Cebolinha at Flamengo: "They are both very important to us"
"Every player fluctuates, loses and gains confidence. There is a certain exhaustion in the tactical and technical part, and this leads to fluctuation. In Michael's case, I'm trying to get him and Cebolinha back to their best form . Cebola also had good games, but he came back from injury. Both are very important for us", assessed the coach in a post-match press conference.
Filipe also highlighted the excellent moment Michael was experiencing at the beginning of the season, before suffering a hamstring injury : "Until the first injury, he was one of the best in the squad. Untouchable. He started in the final against Botafogo and in almost every game of the year. He was in an extraordinary moment . He hasn't been at the same physical and technical level as before for a few months, but we are working to get him back," he added.
Despite recent speculation about a possible departure of Michael, Filipe Luís assured that he was not officially informed about any desire of the player to leave the club . According to the portal 'ge', the striker would have asked to be negotiated at the beginning of 2025, and Flamengo would be willing to listen to him in the middle of the year.
"Nobody told me anything. He also didn't tell me he wanted to leave. As long as he's here, I'm counting on him . Today we saw a great version of Michael again: he scored a goal, participated in the plays, he was very important," highlighted the commander.
Now, Flamengo turns its attention to the start of the Club World Cup . The debut is scheduled for June 16, against Espérance, from Tunisia, in the United States. The squad, however, will have a day off this Monday (2) after a tough sequence in the three main competitions in Brazil.
Mais Querido's new signing, the Colombian rules out competition with Arrascaeta for position and highlights his desire to contribute to the squad in various ways.
04 Ago 2025 | 15:26 |
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Officially unveiled this Monday wearing the number 15 jersey, Jorge Carrascal arrived at the club with high expectations. Coming from Dynamo Moscow, the Colombian was considered a potential replacement for Arrascaeta , but he refuted the idea of a rivalry with the Uruguayan, a regular starter since 2019. In his first interview, Carrascal emphasized the importance of teamwork.
" It's not about competition, that I will be his replacement , that I will not be his replacement. I came to Flamengo with the purpose of working, of competing, of trying to achieve the best for the club, the clear objectives that it has in the short term this season," the player declared.
Besides rejecting any kind of competition for position, Carrascal praised his teammate's quality. " Arrascaeta has a unique game. He's a great player. We've known Arrascaeta for many years, based on his abilities. He's a different player," he stated.
Carrascal wants to show his versatility at Flamengo: "Position is not a problem"
Demonstrating commitment, the midfielder also highlighted his tactical versatility, showing a willingness to play in different areas of the field, depending on the coach's needs. " I really enjoy moving around the field , I try to make whatever the coach asks of me work. In the middle, on the outside, as a number eight. Position isn't a problem. I'll try to do my best," he added.
Carrascal hasn't played an official match since May 24th, when he left the Russian club. However, the athlete stated that he maintained his physical preparation during the vacation period. Flamengo 's staff also expresses confidence in his athletic condition, which should accelerate his integration into the main squad in upcoming matches.
Ticket sales for the match between Mais Querido and the São Paulo team, at Maracanã, begin this Monday (4) with different prices and accesses
04 Ago 2025 | 14:30 |
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Flamengo hosts Mirassol on August 9th, at 6:30 pm , at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship . The expectation is a full house, and the club has already made available detailed information about ticket sales for the match, which starts this Sunday (4).
Fan club members have early access and exclusive pricing, depending on their plan and star rating. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on August 6th at 10 a.m. on the club's official platform. Sales at physical locations and in-person pickup of free tickets will begin on the 7th on Flamengo's official website.
Expecting a large crowd at Maracanã, Flamengo is banking on the strength of the nation to remain firmly in the fight for the top spots in the Brasileirão. Mengão leads the championship with 37 points.
Even with Mengão's desire to repatriate the midfielder, the player is showing signs that he intends to stay in Europe, while West Ham is stipulating a millionaire value.
04 Ago 2025 | 13:30 |
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To cap off a busy transfer window led by José Boto, Flamengo is still dreaming of the return of Lucas Paquetá. A product of the club's youth academy, the player has a strong connection with the club, which is seeking to emotionally connect him with a potential return to Rio de Janeiro.
However, the path to this goal isn't straightforward. Lucas Paquetá remains highly valued in European football, and his name was recently linked with a potential trade deal involving Jack Grealish , which would see the Brazilian join Pep Guardiola's Manchester City squad. The deal, while uncertain, demonstrates how highly regarded the player remains on the Old Continent.
On Monday (4), new information emerged about Paquetá's position . According to international media outlets, the player, recently cleared of charges of involvement in sports betting manipulation, is determined to prioritize staying in Europe.
Lucas Paquetá is currently linked to West Ham , where he plays regularly. Despite interest from several clubs around the world, the English team is cautious and is only willing to sell him if a minimum offer of €60 million is reached, which is equivalent to approximately R$382.1 million at the current exchange rate.
The athlete's stance represents a disappointment for Flamengo 's plans, which saw Paquetá as the perfect signing to round out the squad led by Filipe Luís. Despite this, the Rio de Janeiro club continues to monitor the situation and maintains hopes , albeit remote, of facilitating the 27-year-old's return to Brazilian football.
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