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27 Jul 2023 | 16:11 |
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Flamengo's first leg for the Copa do Brasil at the Arena do Grêmio in Porto Alegre was marked by the mastery of Filipe Luís, the delivery of Lateral Wesley and the fusion of Gabriel Barbosa and Bruno Henrique.
The 15 minutes into the first half, the opponent started with a high score, biting and trying to be more objective, while Flamengo was still tuning in on the field. Minutes later, Flamengo matched the marking, exchanged passes and suffocated the opponent until a beautiful interception by lateral Wesley that resulted in the most awarded merger since 2019, Bruno Henrique + Gabigol = Goal.
And we cannot fail to mention the how much Gabriel Barbosa likes the big game. He saved his, missed the penalty, but remains more predestined than ever.
What every Flamengo fan feared did not happen, Flamengo came back on for the second half and what looked good, got even better: with one less On the Grêmio side, Flamengo controlled the actions more and found the second goal with a low shot by Thiago Maia.
The genius of Filipe Luís did not go unnoticed by the fans, despite being shy, the guy played in a “suit” as lovers of good football say.
Honorable mention for Flamengo's defense: Fabrício Bruno and Léo Pereira very consistent in defense and Matheus Cunha has been shining and remaining irreplaceable, leaving Rossi increasingly far from the starting line-up.
Of all the games of the Sampaoli era, perhaps this match is the most accurate in terms of lineup and substitutions. Flamengo played an intelligent and lethal match and carries a capital result for the second leg at Maracanã.
Opinion text by Laís Silva
The 25-year-old goalkeeper, trained at the Rio Grande do Sul team, refused to renew his contract and could reinforce Mengão after Matheus Cunha's confirmed departure to Cruzeiro.
14 Set 2025 | 17:03 |
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Goalkeeper Gabriel Grando, 25 , who came through Grêmio's youth ranks, has become one of the most talked about names on the market after losing his place with the arrival of experienced goalkeeper Tiago Volpi.
Seeking more opportunities to play from 2026 onwards, the player recently rejected a renewal proposal with the Rio Grande do Sul club , whose current contract runs until December 2026. The board is already admitting to negotiating him permanently after failed attempts at an agreement.
Grando's name has gained traction at Flamengo , given the need for a replacement in the squad. Matheus Cunha signed a pre-contract with Cruzeiro and will play for the Minas Gerais team next season, opening a gap in the Flamengo goalkeeping team.
Internally, the Grêmio goalkeeper is highly regarded by the Rio de Janeiro coaching staff, according to several local portals that monitor the Rio de Janeiro club's transfer market activity. Flamengo thus sees a strategic signing opportunity.
Standing at 6'4" and with experience in national competitions, Grando emerges as a promising alternative to fill the shoes of Matheus Cunha. The Mais Querido's interest reinforces the search for another athlete to compete with Rossi.
The midfielder's return to Mais Querido is ruled out; the midfielder remains at Zenit, valued at 25 million euros, and could appear at two rival teams of Mengão
14 Set 2025 | 16:22 |
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Information gathered by Jorge Nicola indicates that there is no environment conducive to a possible return for Gerson to Flamengo . The relationship between the player's representatives and the club has remained strained since his turbulent departure to Russian football, making any negotiations impossible at this time.
According to the journalist, if Gerson returns to Brazilian football, Palmeiras and Botafogo are considered potential interested parties. There's also the possibility of another move from Saudi Arabia, a market that already attempted to sign the midfielder before his move to Zenit.
Valued at €25 million (approximately R$157 million) , the player has a strong relationship with Zenit, which has no intention of negotiating him at this time. This amount corresponds to the release clause paid to Mengão for his transfer. So far, there are no records of official offers from Brazilian clubs for the player.
While Gerson continues his journey in Russian football, Flamengo's board is focusing its efforts on specific renewals. José Boto is working to extend Uruguayan Giorgian De Arrascaeta's contract until 2028.
Furthermore, the manager is trying to unlock negotiations with Filipe Luís to ensure his continued coaching tenure . The initial offer was rejected, and the coach is demanding a salary increase to extend his contract.
Filipe Luís confirms changes to the starting lineup for this Sunday's match in Caxias do Sul; Mengão seeks to extend its lead at the top of the Brazilian Championship
14 Set 2025 | 15:00 |
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Flamengo faces Juventude this Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in Caxias do Sul , for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship Series A. With the leadership consolidated, Mais Querido will have changes in the starting lineup.
Coach Filipe Luís confirmed the starting lineup with: Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Allan, Saúl and Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino and Pedro.
Some athletes did not travel to Caxias do Sul. Midfielder Jorginho continues to recover from pain in the posterior muscle of his left thigh , while Varela is treating pubalgia after returning from the Uruguayan national team.
Alex Sandro, despite progressing in his recovery from a left calf injury, was also left out of the list of related players. Despite having obtained a suspension effect in the STJD, Bruno Henrique felt pain after training on Saturday (13) and will be spared
Flamengo leads the Brazilian Championship with 47 points, while Juventude sits in the relegation zone with 21 points. The match represents another opportunity for the Rio de Janeiro team to solidify its position at the top of the table and arrive in high spirits for its next international match.
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