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Filipe Luís has doubts in the midfield and may choose to improvise Flamengo against LDU

With Erick Pulgar and Allan out due to injury, the Mais Querido coach is considering whether to improvise defensively or bet on a youngster from the youth academy

Flamengo defines the last doubt in the midfield between Léo Ortiz and Evertton Araújo for the decision against LDU at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Flamengo defines the last doubt in the midfield between Léo Ortiz and Evertton Araújo for the decision against LDU at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

14 Mai 2025 | 12:53 |

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Flamengo ends its preparations for the match against LDU this Wednesday (14), valid for the fifth round of the group stage of the Libertadores. The duel will be this Thursday (15), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã . The big question in coach Filipe Luís's mind is in the midfield: without Erick Pulgar and Allan , the coach is analyzing whether to improvise Léo Ortiz or trust in the young Evertton Araújo .


Erick Pulgar and Allan, both with muscle injuries in their right thigh , are out of the match. The double absence in the holding sector forced the coaching staff to look for urgent alternatives . Defender Léo Ortiz appears as a possible improvised solution in the first defensive midfielder role. Another alternative being evaluated is the youth midfielder Evertton Araújo, who has pleased internally, but has not yet started in important matches.


LEO ORTIZ CAN BE IMPROVISED


The decision will be made after the last training session at Ninho do Urubu. The coaching staff is studying the impact of defensive improvisation on the offensive transition and game control. Ortiz, due to his experience, offers tactical security, while Evertton Araújo represents young stamina and higher marking . The rest of the team should maintain the same base from the last few games, with Pedro confirmed as the attacking leader.

Flamengo has five points in Group C and is in third place. LDU is in second place with eight, while Central Córdoba leads with 11. Only a victory will do to keep alive the hope of qualifying for the round of 16 of the Libertadores. The lineup should be officially confirmed hours before the match.


FLAMENGO FACES LDU

With names like Arrascaeta, Gerson and De La Cruz guaranteed to be present, Flamengo will take to the field under pressure from the fans and the need for a result. The match at Maracanã will be covered exclusively via streaming on the Disney+ platform, starting at 9:30 pm.


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Flamengo fans will have the opportunity to support Mengão at the Maracanã against Barcelona in the Intercontinental U-20 - photo: reproduction
Flamengo fans will have the opportunity to support Mengão at the Maracanã against Barcelona in the Intercontinental U-20 - photo: reproduction

09 Ago 2025 | 00:00 |

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Seeking its second consecutive title, Flamengo faces Barcelona (ESP) on August 23rd at 4:30 pm at the Maracanã Stadium in the U-20 Intercontinental Cup. The match pits the U-20 Libertadores champion against the UEFA Youth League winner in a match that promises a large crowd. The 2025 Maracanã Package will not be valid for this event.


Fans who are members of the Nation Without Borders plan will be able to purchase up to two priority tickets, as long as they have not used the benefit during the season. Sales will occur in waves, beginning on August 11th , and will be open to the general public starting August 14th, through the official website ingressos.flamengo.com.br .


SALES DATES AND TIMES


11/08 – 10am: Maraca Nation 1 (1 star) / Nation Without Borders

11/08 – 4pm: Maraca Nation 1


12/08 – 10am: Maraca Nation 2 (2 stars)

12/08 – 4pm: Maraca Nation 2 (1 star)

13/08 – 10am: Maraca Nation 2 / Maraca Nation 3 (1 star)

13/08 – 4pm: Maraca Nation 3

August 14th – 10am: General Public Online / Free Online Tickets

20/08 – 10am: Physical Points of Sale / Collection of Free Tickets in Person

23/08 – 4pm: End of online sales

TICKET PRICES FOR ALL SECTORS OF THE STADIUM

North, South and Upper East (red-black sectors)

Maraca Nation 1: R$ 11.25

Maraca Nation 2: R$ 15.75

Maraca Nation 3: R$ 18.00

General Public: R$ 45.00 (half price: R$ 22.50)

Lower East and Lower West (red-black sectors)

Maraca Nation 1: R$ 13.75

Maraca Nation 2: R$ 19.25

Maraca Nation 3: R$ 22.00

General Public: R$ 55.00 (half price: R$ 27.50)

Visitor Sector – South (Gate B)

General Public: R$80.00 (half price: R$40.00)

VIP EXPERIENCE AT MARACANÃ

Maracanã Mais offers a unique experience for fans, including lunch or dinner, dessert, and an open bar with non-alcoholic beverages. Located in the west sector, the venue offers greater comfort and reserved seating.

Values:

Maraca Nation 1: R$ 131.25

Maraca Nation 2: R$ 153.75

Maraca Nation 3: R$ 165.00

General Public: R$ 300.00 (half price: R$ 187.50)


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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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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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