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Defender Léo Pereira, from Flamengo, became the target of numerous criticisms on social media after his performance in the classic against Vasco. The player was directly responsible for the opponent's equalizing goal, which generated a flood of negative comments from fans, especially on digital platforms.

The move that resulted in Vasco's goal happened at a crucial moment in the match , which intensified the red-black revolt. Many Flamengo fans took to the internet to express their frustration with the defender's failure, pointing to the defensive failure as determining the final result. In the game, which is already naturally surrounded by tension as it is a classic between two of Rio's biggest football rivals, the responsibility of maintaining a solid defense is even greater.

However, Léo Pereira made a mistake that ended up being fatal for the Flamengo. The defender was unable to clear the ball in an aerial play, allowing Vasco to reach a draw. The failure occurred 30 minutes into the second half, at a time when Flamengo seemed to control the match, despite pressure from the opponent. However, the defender's positioning error allowed Vasco's attacker to take advantage of the opportunity, scoring a goal that changed the course of the game.

As soon as the game ended, social networks became a space for rant to Flamengo fans. Various profiles, from sports influencers to ordinary fans, spared no criticism of Léo Pereira's performance. Comments such as "unacceptable" and "another decisive failure" dominated mentions of the player.

On Bluesky, the hashtag with the player's name became one of the most talked about topics, and in fan groups on WhatsApp and Facebook, the conversation revolved around the need for reinforcements in Flamengo's defense. Many stated that the team, with the ambitions it has in competitions such as the Brazilian Championship and Libertadores, cannot afford to make such simple defensive mistakes.

Mengão will have to deal with the absence of Nicolás De La Cruz for another important game. The Uruguayan player did not participate in the classic against Vasco, last Sunday (15), and remains a doubt for this Thursday's match (19) against Peñarol, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa Sudamericana. The midfielder's presence is not yet guaranteed, as coach Tite explained during a press conference.

During the press conference, Tite revealed that, after a recent training session, he asked Nicolás De La Cruz about the possibility of playing for at least 20 minutes in the match against Vasco, but the player, smiling, indicated that was not in condition. “The physical department was categorical in stating that he was not fit, even if he felt good", commented the coach. Tite also reinforced that he hopes to be able to count on the athlete on Thursday, but there is still no guarantee that this will be possible.

Nicolás De La Cruz has been sidelined since suffering a muscle injury to his right thigh in the game against Bahia, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil. Since then, the midfielder was absent from the team in the matches against Corinthians, in the second game of the same competition, and in the Rio derby. and expectations for his return increase as the calendar narrows.

In addition to De La Cruz, CRF has already confirmed the absence of four other players for the clash against Peñarol, which they face. problems in their right thigh, and Pedro, Matías Viña and Everton Cebolinha, who suffered more serious injuries, will only return to the pitch in 2025.

With these absences, coach Tite will have to adjust the team to maintain performance and continue in search of victories in the competitions that the club still competes in.

The Grêmiorecently announced that it made adjustments to the Arena to increase the audience capacity in its next game against Flamengo. The changes come after an issue that had limited the number of fans in the stadium in previous matches. The restriction was related to the absence of new floodlights, which caused operational impediments to the entry of more public.

The measure is part of the club's ongoing effort to improve the fan experience and meet growing demand for tickets, especially in high-profile games, such as the match against Flamengo. In the last game held at the Arena, the audience limit was reduced for safety reasons, due to the lack of adequate lighting in specific areas of the stadium.

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The issue of inadequate lighting was identified by the security guards responsible for organizing the matches. Without the installation of new reflectors, some areas of the stadium would not receive the necessary light, which, according to those responsible for security, could compromise both the visibility of fans and the ability to evacuate in the event of an emergency. Therefore, it was necessary to restrict the number of tickets sold, in order to ensure that all those present could be accommodated safely.

The solution found was to adjust the structure of the Arena, which allowed a new configuration of lighting. With the floodlights properly installed, the stadium's full capacity was restored, allowing Grêmio to increase the offer of tickets for the duel against Flamengo. The expansion of the Arena's capacity for the game against Flamengois seen as fundamental for the club, which is expecting a record crowd for the match. With the improvement in lighting and the adjustments made, the stadium is able to receive more fans, which can generate greater revenue for Grêmio and provide an even more intense atmosphere in the stadium.