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Flabasquete prepares for the World Cup and awaits the definition of European opponents

By beating Boca Juniors, Flamengo secured a place in the Club World Cup in Singapore, which will have representatives such as Galatasaray and Unica

FlaBasquete wins the Champions League of the Americas by beating Boca Juniors and guarantees a spot in the Club World Cup in Singapore - photo: reproduction
FlaBasquete wins the Champions League of the Americas by beating Boca Juniors and guarantees a spot in the Club World Cup in Singapore - photo: reproduction

09 Mai 2025 | 23:50 |

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FlaBasquete was crowned champion of the Champions League Americas by defeating Boca Juniors in the grand final, sealing its ticket to the Club World Cup, which will be held in Singapore in September. The victory guarantees Flamengo the chance to compete for the intercontinental title against the best teams on the planet.


This Friday (9), the finalists of the European Champions League were defined . Galatasaray beat Tenerife 90-80 and eliminated the Spanish team, where the experienced Brazilian point guard Marcelinho Huertas plays. With the result, the Turks advanced to the final of the European competition. Next, Unicaja-ESP beat AEK, sealing its place in the final against Galatasaray.


TOURNAMENT IN SINGAPORE WILL HAVE EUROPEAN REPRESENTATIVES


The Club World Cup will feature the continental champions of the Americas and Europe. FlaBasquete has already been confirmed as the representative of the American continent. The European opponent will come from the match between Galatasaray and Unicaja , who will decide the European Champions League title in the coming days. Expectations surrounding the tournament are high, with promises of great international clashes.

One of the most respected names in Brazilian basketball, Marcelinho Huertas, will not be participating in the Club World Cup . The point guard, who plays for Tenerife, saw his team defeated by Galatasaray and bid farewell to the European continental tournament. As a result, Mengão will not have to face an old acquaintance of national basketball.


FLAMENGO PREPARES FOR A NEW CHALLENGE

With the continental title secured, Flamengo now turns its attention to the Club World Cup, where it will have the chance to face top-level international teams. The coaching staff is already starting to plan for the tournament , which represents yet another opportunity to place the club's name among the giants of world sport.


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Alexey is honest after FlaBasquete's defeat: “The main problem was…”

Flamengo was defeated in its debut at the FIBA Club World Cup and the point guard acknowledges the team's delay in responding

FlaBasquete was defeated in the debut of the FIBA Club World Cup and Alexey opens the game - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo TV
FlaBasquete was defeated in the debut of the FIBA Club World Cup and Alexey opens the game - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo TV

18 Set 2025 | 10:44 |

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FlaBasquete kicked off its FIBA World Cup campaign with a daunting challenge. Champions League Americas champions faced NBA G-League United in pursuit of their third world title, but failed to secure a winning start .


The Americans opened up a 20-point lead, putting Flamengo in a difficult position. The comeback, however, came in the final quarter: Alexey and Kayo Gonçalves led a spectacular comeback , putting Flamengo ahead in the final minutes.


Alexey on FlaBasquete's defeat: "The problem was having to chase after it"


Despite their efforts, NBA G-League United regained the lead in the final seconds and won 93-91 . Mengão even tied the game before their opponents' final shot, but were unable to force overtime.

WHAT ALEXEY SAID


After the match, in an interview with Flamengo TV , point guard Alexey acknowledged that the late reaction cost the team dearly: “The problem was having to chase it down. We were slow to respond and only changed our approach when the lead was already significant . That was a big loss. But it was still a great game, decided by the details. We knew it would be tough. Now it's time to focus on the rest of the championship. We still have a chance to win the title, and we'll do our part.”

NEXT CHALLENGE

FlaBasquete returns to the court this Friday (19), at 6 am (Brasília time), against the Australians from Illawarra Hawks . The victory is essential to maintain the dream of the three-time championship and to seek another star for the Sacred Mantle of the sport.



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FlaBasquete loses World Cup debut after impressive comeback

Flamengo came within 20 points of the NBA G-League team, managed to turn the tables, but the American team converted shots in sequence and closed the score

FlaBasquete fights until the end, manages to recover, but is defeated in the debut of the Basketball World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/FIBAIC
FlaBasquete fights until the end, manages to recover, but is defeated in the debut of the Basketball World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/FIBAIC

18 Set 2025 | 08:40 |

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Flamengo debuted with a 93-91 defeat at the Basketball World Cup against NBA G-League United on Thursday morning (18) in a game of strong emotions. Current two-time champion of the competition, with titles in 2014 and 2022, Sérgio "Oveja" Hernández's team dreams of a third title. And, despite the defeat, they showed the power to react.


THE GAME


FlaBasquete started poorly against NBA G-League United, trailing by as much as 20 points . However, they picked up steam in the final quarter and staged a stunning comeback, taking the lead with just a few minutes remaining.


With Kayo Gonçalves and Alexey standing out, the Red-Blacks opened up a three-point lead with just five seconds remaining. But the opposition's response was immediate: two consecutive baskets put the Americans back in front .

There was still time for more excitement. Flamengo earned two free throws on the final attack and converted only one, leaving the game tied at 91-91. There were 2.5 seconds left on the clock. That was enough for NBA G-League United to find the decisive basket and close out the game at 93-91.


SITUATION IN THE COMPETITION

The defeat could have been devastating if Flamengo hadn't recovered after being 20 points behind. The reaction keeps the team alive in the fight for classification . Now, Rubro-Negro returns to the court this Friday (19), at 6 am (Brasília time), against the Illawarra Hawks, from Australia.



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Watch Flamengo's debut in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup in real time, with exclusive broadcast and images direct from Singapore.

Watch FlaBasquete's debut at the FIBA Club World Cup live, with exclusive broadcast and images direct from Singapore - photo: reproduction
Watch FlaBasquete's debut at the FIBA Club World Cup live, with exclusive broadcast and images direct from Singapore - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 04:00 |

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Flamengo basketball begins this Thursday (September 18), in Singapore, its journey in the FIBA Intercontinental Club Cup, considered the Basketball World Cup.


Flamengo faces NBA G League United (USA) at 6 a.m. (Brasília time) , with exclusive coverage on FlamengoTV throughout Brazil. On September 19, also at 6 a.m., the opponent will be the Illawarra Hawks of Australia. The decisive matches will take place over the weekend.


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PREPARATION IN EUROPE


Before the tournament began, Sérgio Hernández's team, Oveja, trained in Spain. The period included friendlies against local opponents and helped them adapt to the time difference . The coach highlighted the group's confidence and the club's facilities:

" We are very happy and excited to represent the continent in a competition of this magnitude. We want to put Flamengo at the top of the world – where it should always be, " said Oveja.


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