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Flamengo outplayed Palmeiras at Allianz Parque and managed to turn their strategy into a result, winning 2-0 in the 10th round of the Brasileirão, with goals from Arrascaeta and Ayrton Lucas . To celebrate the victory, Mengão's official profile on X (formerly Twitter) decided to joke with the commentators on the 'GE' portal.
The website runs a “guessometer” round after round of the Brazilian Championship, where eight commentators leave their opinions on the result of the championship matches and give a score to whoever gets it right. However, none of the “opinionators” chose that Flamengo would beat Palmeiras, with seven choosing the green and white team and only one betting on a draw.
After the end of the match, Flamengo went to social media and published a 'print' of the predictions, bringing the information that Mais Querido has not been defeated by Palmeiras in Brazilian Championship games for eight years , the last time being on November 12, 2017. On that occasion, Deyverson scored both goals for the São Paulo club against Reinaldo Rueda's Fla.
Under Filipe Luís's command, Flamengo reached its sixth consecutive game without defeats . There are four wins and two draws — against Central Córdoba (ARG) and Botafogo. The team reached 21 points in the Brazilian Championship and remains in second place, just one point behind Palmeiras.
Furthermore, Rubro-Negro secured a place in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil and maintains good chances of qualifying in the Libertadores, occupying second place in Group E.
Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (28), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, against Deportivo Táchira (VEN). The match is valid for the last round of the group stage of the Libertadores and will define the club's future in the continental competition.
The defender is a regular starter for coach Filipe Luís and is highly valued on the market, receiving constant inquiries, leading to demand from the English club.
04 Out 2025 | 17:00 |
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Leader of the Brasileirão and semifinalist of the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo is not limited to just competing for the 2025 titles. The red-black board is already planning the next season and working on two fronts: important renewals and specific reinforcements to keep the squad at a high level, in addition to dealing with the pressure on important players, such as Léo Ortiz .
According to journalist Fabrício Lopes, English clubs are watching defender Léo Ortiz, and Nottingham Forest has expressed formal interest . Despite this, the defender isn't convinced that leaving Flamengo for a lesser-known club would be advantageous at this time. Internally, the Rio de Janeiro club also has no intention of facilitating a possible exit.
With a contract until the end of 2028, Léo Ortiz is seen as a key player in the Flamengo defense. Behind the scenes, Flamengo has made it clear that it will only open negotiations for a sum considered very high , capable of enabling the signing of a replacement of the same level—or higher.
Fabrício Lopes on the search for Léo Ortiz, from Flamengo: "Nottingham Forest made an inquiry for the red-black defender"
"Nottingham Forest made an enquiry about the Flamengo defender, but Flamengo 's internal order is to renew with everyone who can leave and only negotiate players preferably abroad . And for a value that allows Flamengo to replace at a level or even better," revealed Fabrício Lopes.
In September, the club rejected a proposal of approximately R$114.5 million from a Turkish team. The offer was promptly rejected, reinforcing the board's firm stance on maintaining the main squad . In addition to Ortiz, Flamengo is also working to renew the contracts of Léo Pereira and Pedro, shielding the group from European pressure. The strategy includes salary increases and contract extensions to ensure security in future transfer windows.
Léo Ortiz, for his part, is cautiously evaluating any move. The defender fears losing visibility for the Brazilian national team if he moves to a lesser-known club before the 2026 World Cup . Therefore, the player believes that remaining with Flamengo, the national leader and a continental standout, is the safest way to stay on Italian Carlo Ancelotti's radar and maintain a high level of competition.
Among the priorities are the renewals of Filipe Luís and Arrascaeta, in addition to maintaining the starting lineup. At the same time, the club is keeping Lazio striker Taty Castellanos on its radar as a target for the attack in January. The Argentine's agents are already negotiating his exit from the Italian club.
Real Madrid striker remains the most valued Brazilian in world football, but let his place on the podium slip away after a disappointing season
04 Out 2025 | 16:00 |
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A Flamengo product and now a top star at Real Madrid, striker Vinicius Júnior has seen his market value drop again . According to the specialist website Transfermarkt, the Real Madrid number 7 is now valued at €150 million , marking a cumulative loss of €50 million in 2025 alone.
The drop is significant for an athlete who, not long ago, was at the top of world football as the most valuable player on the planet , valued at an impressive €200 million, a figure that continues to represent the top spot, but this time it is Lamine Yamal.
The year 2025 has been challenging for the Brazilian. Vini Jr. 's devaluation occurred in two stages: first, a €30 million drop, followed by a further €20 million reduction in the most recent update . Even so, the striker remains a key player at Real Madrid and one of the great technical icons of his generation.
Despite the loss, Vini Jr. remains the most valuable Brazilian player on the planet , ahead of names like Rodrygo, Endrick, and Gabriel Martinelli. This brand reinforces his prestige on the international stage and his consolidation as a leading player in European football.
With the fall, Vini Jr. left the podium of the world's most expensive players. Barcelona's youngster Lamine Yamal took the top spot with €200 million , followed by Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappé, all valued at €180 million.
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Campo da Fonte Nova has been heavily criticized recently and is a cause for concern for Mengão's coach ahead of the clash against the Tricolor.
04 Out 2025 | 15:00 |
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After public criticism from Abel Ferreira and Rogério Ceni about the state of the Arena Fonte Nova pitch , the stadium will once again be the stage for a big game this Sunday (05), when Flamengo faces Bahia in the 27th round of the Brasileirão . The arena's management assured that the pitch will be technically fit for the match, even without the usual shade of green.
Arena Fonte Nova manager on the pitch for Bahia vs. Flamengo: "It will be ready for the game"
In an interview, Milena Andrade, operations manager at Fonte Nova, detailed the care taken in preparing the pitch and stated that all technical parameters are within ideal standards: "The pitch will be ready for the Flamengo game, meeting all technical parameters, such as traction, moisture, cutting height, and compaction . The appearance may not be its usual green, but what we evaluate are the technical aspects, not the aesthetic ones," she explained.
Milena also emphasized that the use of sports dye is a safe alternative and widely used in national and international competitions, if necessary: " The technical quality remains unchanged. In October, we will have a favorable window to intensify maintenance and fully restore the lawn's green color," she added.
After the 0-0 draw with Cruzeiro, Filipe Luís and Saúl were questioned about the pitch conditions in Salvador . The red-and-black coach adopted a calm tone, stating that any irregularities will affect both teams equally.
"I don't know if the pitch will improve much since the last game, but it's a problem for both Bahia and Flamengo . We're used to playing on different pitches and conditions. The important thing is to adapt and go for the win ," said Filipe Luís.
Spanish midfielder Saúl echoed the coach's words, emphasizing that the team needs to focus on its own performance: "We don't think about that. It's something we can't control. We have to adapt to the pitch , the weather, and whatever comes our way. If we can't play our style, we'll play differently to win," he declared.
In search of maintaining the leadership of the Brasileirão, Flamengo faces Bahia this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast exclusively by Premiere (pay-per-view).
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