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FLAMENGO OPENS ADVANTAGE IN THE BRAZILIAN CUP

First phase of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil ends with three teams opening up an advantage against their opponents

Bruno Henrique scored the goal that gave Flamengo a 2-1 victory

06 Jul 2023 | 09:54 |

The first stage of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil has come to an end. With all the first games concluded, you already have an overview of the teams that will go with an advantage to the next phase.

Flamengo got a victory over Athlético-PR on the night of this Wednesday (05) at home, in Maracana. The game, which started difficult for the red-black athletes, ended in a beautiful turnaround success: 2 to 1 for Flamengo. After a goal in the first 6 minutes of the match, the players managed to keep their nerves balanced. However, it was only in the second half that relief came. Mengão's goals were the responsibility of Pedro (with a penalty at 55') and Bruno Henrique (at 71'). The FLA opens the quarterfinals ahead, but still has the game against the same rival on the 13th (next Thursday).

At Morumbi, São Paulo and Palmeiras also faced each other on Wednesday (05). The São Paulo derby ended with just one goal from Rafinha, from São Paulo. The final duel of both will take place on the same day as the next game between Flamengo and Athlético.

On Minas Gerais soil, América-MG defeated Corinthians 1-0. Juninho's goal gave a necessary advantage for the home team. The teams will face each other again for the Copa do Brasil on July 15 (Saturday), but this time at Corinthians' home.

The remaining game of this quarterfinal stage had already taken place last Tuesday (04 ). Grêmio and Bahia drew (1x1) in Salvador and will now play on July 12th (Wednesday) to decide who survives the knockout stage. The champion of this confrontation will be the one who will face Flamengo or Athletico in the semifinal of the championship.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

FLAMENGO OPENS ADVANTAGE IN THE BRAZILIAN CUP