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Filipe Luís praises the work of young people at Flamengo: "I have a lot of confidence"

Triumph in the Brasileirão highlights the performance of Garotos do Ninho and brings coach Filipe Luís closer to the red-black base

Ninho boys shine in Flamengo's comeback against Cuiabá - photo: reproduction
Ninho boys shine in Flamengo's comeback against Cuiabá - photo: reproduction

20 Nov 2024 | 22:07 |

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On Wednesday night (20), Flamengo won the Cuiabá 2-1, in a game valid for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship. The winning goals came from young Guilherme Gomes and Matheus Gonçalves, highlights of the red and black base.


Coach Filipe Luís, in collective after the duel at Arena Pantanal, explained the strategic choices that resulted in Garotos do Ninho entering the second half. He highlighted the experience gained when coaching the club's under-17 and under-20 categories


I know all the boys who are at the club. I observe the training and the details to make the best decisions. Matheus and Guilherme trained well during the week, and my strategy was to hold Matheus for the second half. They did well together,” commented Filipe.



CAUTION WHEN USING THE BASE


The coach highlighted the importance of using young players with caution, avoiding precipitation that could impact their performance and confidence. Filipe admitted that he had already considered using Guilherme Gomes in previous matches, but waited for the right moment.

I have to have Be careful not to burn these boys. I have a lot of confidence in Guilherme, he started with me in all the under-20 games. The decision to select him today was based on confidence in his potential and what he has been showing in training”, he added.


APPROXIMATION BETWEEN TECHNICIAN AND PLAYERS

Matheus Gonçalves, scorer of one of the winning goals, highlighted his close relationship with coach Filipe Luís as an important differentiator. According to the midfielder, the new coach of Flamengo understands the base's talents better and is clear when defining the team's strategy.

“This relationship is very good. He understands us and explains everything well about what we should do in the game. This helps a lot on the field. Today, we got the three points thanks to this connection and the work that has been done”, said Matheus.


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Flamengo announces players registered for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 with five reinforcements on the list

Mais Querido has registered five reinforcements for the round of 16 of the international competition and will face Internacional next week at Maracanã.

Flamengo's squad for the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 includes five key reinforcements for the clash against Internacional - photo: reproduction
Flamengo's squad for the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 includes five key reinforcements for the clash against Internacional - photo: reproduction

08 Ago 2025 | 23:51 |

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Flamengo confirmed, this Friday (8), the list of athletes registered for the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores da América. Among the news are Jorginho, Saúl, Emerson Royal, Samuel Lino and Carrascal , reinforcements signed in the last two windows - including the one that preceded the Club World Cup and the current one.


To make room for new names, Flamengo removed Felipe Lima, Jorge Mora, Rayan Lucas, as well as Gerson and Wesley, who were recently traded. The Rubro-Negro's first challenge in this phase will be against Internacional , next Wednesday (14), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã.


The return leg is scheduled for the 20th at Beira-Rio. If they qualify, the club may make further roster changes before the quarterfinals. It's worth noting that Mais Querido is still searching for another striker to replace Pedro.


FULL LIST OF PLAYERS

Goalkeepers: Rossi, Lucas Furtado, Matheus Cunha, Dyogo Alves, Leo Nannetti


Defenders: Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Danilo, Cleiton, Da Mata, Carbone, Iago, João Victor

Right-backs: Varela, Emerson Royal, Daniel Sales, Gusttavo

Left-backs: Ayrton Lucas, Viña, Alex Sandro

Midfielders: Erick Pulgar, Saul, De la Cruz, Jorginho, Allan, Evertton Araujo, Pablo Lucio, João Alves, Luiz Felipe

Midfielders: Arrascaeta, Carrascal, Lorran, Matheus Gonçalves, Guilherme, Lucas Vieira, Joshua, Jheferson

Forwards: Luiz Araujo, Pedro, Everton Cebolinha, Samuel Lino, Juninho, Bruno Henrique, Michael, Plata, Felipe Teresa, Shola, Wallace Yan, Camargo, Douglas

FLAMENGO ALSO FOCUSED ON THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Before the duel for the continental competition, the team led by Filipe Luís has a commitment for the Brazilian Championship . On Saturday (9), Flamengo receives Mirassol, at 6:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the 19th round of Serie A.


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How does Mirassol approach the clash with Flamengo? Check out the retrospective

Leão goes to Maracanã to face Mengão defending a long period of invincibility and being able to enter the G4 of the Brasileirão

Mirassol arrives to face Flamengo with a long unbeaten run and potentially entering the G4 - Photo: Reproduction/CBF
Mirassol arrives to face Flamengo with a long unbeaten run and potentially entering the G4 - Photo: Reproduction/CBF

08 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |

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Flamengo and Mirassol face each other this Saturday (09), at 6:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brasileirão. Rubro-Negro arrives at the clash after being eliminated in the Copa do Brasil, with the mission of winning to maintain the leadership of the competition. On the other side, they will have an opponent motivated by a campaign above all expectations .


LEADER AGAINST SURPRISE


Flamengo has 37 points, the same number as Cruzeiro, but leads on goal difference (24 to 19) and still has a game in hand over the Minas Gerais team. A victory at Maracanã will guarantee the Rio de Janeiro club the top of the table at the end of the first round .


Mirassol, meanwhile, is the big revelation in this Série A. In its debut season, the São Paulo team sits fifth with 28 points— the result of seven wins, seven draws, and only two losses in 16 matches . Interestingly, it's the team with the fewest losses in the championship, along with Flamengo . With a victory, the newcomer could enter the top four of the competition.

MIRASSOL MOMENT


If Flamengo wins this Saturday, it will end Mirassol's three-month unbeaten streak. The São Paulo team's last loss was to Red Bull Bragantino on May 5th . Since then, Rafael Guanaes's team has won six and drawn three, with an impressive 77% success rate.

Initial projections pointed to a relegation battle, due to an experienced squad, an average age over 29, and several well-known names, such as midfielder Gabriel, formerly of Flamengo . However, the team's performance in the first round exceeded expectations: third-best attack (27 goals) and sixth-best defense (16 conceded), in addition to good results against more popular opponents.

KNOWN ROUTE

Despite this, the strategy against Flamengo should follow the usual visiting team strategy at Maracanã: a defensive posture, deep lines, and a reliance on counterattacks . Flamengo, in turn, should control possession and look for spaces to create the chances that will secure the victory.



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Remember him? Vitória signs former Flamengo youth player

Series A team seeks reinforcement with loan of Mais Querido's youngster, who seeks to regain space and confidence in the season and escape the Z4

Ramon Ramos, a left-back who grew up at Flamengo, arrives at Vitória on loan from Internacional to strengthen the team in the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction
Ramon Ramos, a left-back who grew up at Flamengo, arrives at Vitória on loan from Internacional to strengthen the team in the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction

08 Ago 2025 | 18:00 |

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This Friday (8), Vitória confirmed the arrival of left-back Ramon Ramos , who is on loan from Internacional until the end of the 2025 season . The signing aims to fill the gap left by the serious ankle fracture of Jamerson, the starter in the position.


At 24 years old, Ramon played 12 games for Colorado this season , but lost his place after the arrival of coach Roger Machado. Discovered by Flamengo , the athlete has spells at clubs such as RB Bragantino, Olympiacos (Greece), Espanyol (Spain) and Cuiabá, but was unable to establish himself definitively in the professional ranks.


RAMON RAMOS SEEKS TO RECOVER FOOTBALL


Signed by Internacional in early 2025, Ramon left the Rio Grande do Sul club after a limited run of appearances and without contributing directly with goals or assists. His last official match was on June 12 , making the loan to Vitória an opportunity to regain confidence and performance.

Raised at Flamengo , Ramon was a promising youngster but didn't achieve the same level of success as a professional. In 2023, the full-back was sold to Olympiacos for €1.5 million (approximately R$8 million at the time), but he is still seeking stability in his career.


RAMON'S LOAN TO VITÓRIA

With Jamerson out for a long time due to a serious injury, coach Fábio Carille was relying solely on young Maykon Jesus at left-back. Ramon's arrival could bring experience and quality to the team , which is looking to escape the relegation zone in the Brazilian Championship.


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