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"I even had doubts about whether I would play," declares Cebolinha after scoring again for Flamengo
06 Ago 2025 | 22:22
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27 Jun 2025 | 17:03 |
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The latest survey by AtlasIntel, released this week, reaffirms a scenario that is already well-known: Flamengo continues to have the largest fan base in the country. The club has 20.6% of the national preference, an increase compared to last year's data. The mark not only consolidates the red-and-black team's leadership, but also highlights the gap in relation to the second-placed team, Corinthians, which has 13.9% of the mentions. The current difference is 6.7 percentage points, the largest between the two clubs since the consultancy began measuring the numbers.
Another highlight of the survey is São Paulo, which registered 10.1% of preferences and opened a comfortable lead over Palmeiras, with 7.8%. The tricolor team is isolated in third place and maintains a growth trend , largely due to its recent performance on the field and its fan base in the Southeast and Northeast regions.
Cruzeiro and Vasco da Gama are tied in fifth place, with 6.0% each. The sporting recovery of both clubs in 2024 seems to have influenced the results, especially after the recovery campaigns in Série A and the SAF projects implemented in recent years. Grêmio remained stable, appearing with 4.6% of the national preference.
The number is considered positive in a scenario of changes in the squad and fluctuations in results on the field. Atlético-MG, Cruzeiro's historic rival, suffered a drop to 3.6%, losing space among the most representative fan bases in the country. Botafogo also had an expressive performance in the survey. Buoyed by recent achievements in 2024 and with a good performance in national competitions, the Rio de Janeiro club reached 3.6%, tying with Atlético-MG .
Internacional, in turn, rose to 3.3%, which represents a slight increase. The Rio Grande do Sul club is trying to remain competitive on the national scene, and the number reflects some success in engagement and marketing actions with its fan base. On the other hand, Santos showed a new drop and appears with 3.1%, reflecting the recent relegation and the institutional crisis that the club is going through. Fluminense, on the other hand, despite its outstanding international performance in 2023, fell to 2.6%, showing that the repercussion of titles does not necessarily translate into fan growth.
Despite the away win with a goal from Pedro, the Rio de Janeiro team is eliminated from the Copa do Brasil after losing on penalties to Atlético-MG
06 Ago 2025 | 23:41 |
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On Wednesday night (06), Flamengo beat Atlético-MG 1-0 at Arena MRV , in Belo Horizonte, in the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil. With the same score as the first leg, but in favor of Rubro-Negro, the decision of the spot was left to the penalty shootout . In the penalties, the Minas Gerais team was more efficient and advanced to the semifinals.
Despite a strong performance over the 90 minutes, the result wasn't enough. In the penalty shootout, Atlético-MG converted four of their five attempts, while Mengão missed a penalty each from Wallace Yan and Samuel Lino.
After the end of the match, Filipe Luís, who led the team in the coach's absence , commented on the starting lineup and explained that the decisions were made based on the physical conditions of the available athletes.
"The decision on the starting lineup first involved some who didn't travel, Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo, who weren't fit to play , were barred. Some couldn't start because they were on vacation, like Lino, Royal, and Saúl," said Filipe Luís .
"Arrascaeta felt discomfort in the last game. And I put together a team with the players I have, just like in the first game , enough to win and play a great game. That's how they did it," said the coach.
Now out of the Copa do Brasil competition, the Rio team's focus is now fully on the Brazilian Championship . Next Saturday (09), Mengão hosts Mirassol at Maracanã, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), for the 18th round of the competition.
The Rio de Janeiro team beat Atlético-MG 1-0 away from home, equaling the aggregate score, but saw their place in the semifinals slip away on penalties after a mistake by Wallace.
06 Ago 2025 | 23:30 |
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On Wednesday night (06), Flamengo beat Atlético-MG 1-0 at Arena MRV , reversing the disadvantage of the first leg and equalizing the match at 1-1 on aggregate . The decision of the spot was left to penalties, where the Minas Gerais team got the best and stamped its passport to the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil.
With a strong performance, the Rubro-Negro dominated most of the match, creating clear chances, and finding the net with Pedro in the second half. However, their efficiency in penalty kicks made the difference: while Atlético-MG converted four of their five kicks, Wallace Yan missed the last one for the Rio de Janeiro team, sealing their elimination.
After the match ended, coach Filipe Luís showed support for Wallace Yan, who missed the decisive penalty . For the experienced player, the youngster demonstrated character by taking responsibility at such a crucial moment.
"He's a player with a lot of personality. He doesn't hide, he's not shy around anyone. He's been the center of attention, but Lyanco isn't a saint, and neither are Everson or Hulk. They provoke. They get involved in these game things," he said before concluding.
"In high-performance football, no one wants to lose. And that's how it is. As long as there's no violence, it's fine. Both teams want to win. Atlético-MG won. Wallace played a great game, he did what was in the game plan. He has personality and a great future ahead of him," said Filipe.
With the elimination in the Copa do Brasil, the focus now turns completely to the Brazilian Championship . On Saturday (09), Flamengo hosts Mirassol at Maracanã, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), for the 18th round of the tournament.
After winning at Arena MRV, Mengão equaled the aggregate score, but saw Atlético-MG be more efficient in penalties and secure a place in the semifinals
06 Ago 2025 | 23:10 |
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On Wednesday night (6), Flamengo beat Atlético-MG 1-0 at Arena MRV and tied the match 1-1 on aggregate. However, the penalty shootout decided who qualified for the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil. With perfect use of penalties, the Minas Gerais team confirmed their place, while Rubro-Negro said goodbye to the national competition.
Despite being eliminated, Flamengo performed well throughout the 90 minutes. With greater possession and offensive volume, the Rio de Janeiro team created good chances and scored through Pedro in the second half. However, the penalty shootout ended Flamengo's run in the tournament.
After the end of the match, Filipe Luís spoke about the choice of batsmen and defended Wallace Yan, who missed the last penalty for Mais Querido: " They were the players who bat better, who were available , who were more confident to bat," he said before concluding.
" I myself have made mistakes (being) very confident in penalty shootouts . Penalties are penalties, there is a very fine line between victory and defeat. The only thing I can say is that I am proud of the players who went out there and took the ball with the courage to take it," said the full-back.
During regulation time, Filipe Luís's team demonstrated control. Consistently creating opportunities and neutralizing Atlético-MG's attack, the team maintained its dominance.
Cebolinha's goal gave the fans hope, but the penalty shootout ultimately thwarted the red-and-blacks' plans. With Wallace Yan missing his shot and the Minas Gerais team converting the final ball , elimination was sealed, despite a competitive performance on the field.
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