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Flamengo decides to select 4 professional players for friendly against Bayer Leverkuersen

Mengão U-20 faces the German team in Gávea with reinforcements from the main squad in an international friendly with live broadcast

Flamengo U-20 hosts Bayer Leverkusen this Friday at Gávea in an international friendly with reinforcements from the main team - photo: reproduction
Flamengo U-20 hosts Bayer Leverkusen this Friday at Gávea in an international friendly with reinforcements from the main team - photo: reproduction

17 Jul 2025 | 20:41 |

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This Friday (18), Flamengo hosts Bayer 04 Leverkusen, from Germany, in an international friendly played in Gávea. The match will feature the Rubro-Negro's under-20 team, reinforced by four athletes from the professional team. On the other hand, the European club lands in Rio with the main squad, taking advantage of the pre-season phase.


The match, scheduled for 3 p.m. (Brasília time), celebrates the partnership between two football powerhouses and provides valuable experience for Mengão 's young talents. The match will be broadcast live on Flamengo TV and Cazé TV, both on YouTube.


INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE


For the match, the U-20 coaching staff will include Matheus Cunha (goalkeeper), Cleiton (defender), Matías Viña (left-back), and Matheus Gonçalves (attacking midfielder), all from the professional squad. The participation of these players underscores the importance of the friendly and strengthens the squad on the field.

Bruno Pivetti's team is riding high after a commanding 4-2 victory over Atlético-MG in the Brazilian Under-20 Championship. With this result, the "Mais Querido" (Most Beloved) occupies fifth place in the table, totaling 30 points and remaining firmly in the fight for qualification.


PROBABLE LINEUPS

The friendly between Flamengo and Bayer Leverkusen will be a rare opportunity to see young Brazilian talents face established names in European football on home soil. To watch, fans only need internet access, as the broadcast will be available for free on YouTube.

Flamengo: Matheus Cunha; Daniel Sales, Iago Teodoro, Cleiton and Viña; Fabiano, Lorran, Matheus Gonçalves and Joshua; Shola (Matheus Gonçalves) and Pedro Leão. Coach: Bruno Pivetti.

Bayer Leverkusen: Hradecky; Arthur, Tapsoba, Quansah, Hincapié, Grimaldo; Palacios, Andrich, Hofmann, Xhaka; Schick. Coach: Erik Ten Hag.


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Atlético-MG announces the signing of Reinier, formerly of Flamengo

The player is a product of Mengão's youth academy and is Galo's new signing for the 2025 season after a disappointing stint at Real Madrid.

Former Flamengo player Reinier is announced by Atlético-MG as a reinforcement for the rest of the season - Photo: Reproduction
Former Flamengo player Reinier is announced by Atlético-MG as a reinforcement for the rest of the season - Photo: Reproduction

09 Ago 2025 | 18:29 |

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Atlético-MG made official this Friday (08) the signing of midfielder Reinier , revealed by Flamengo. The 23-year-old player signed a contract valid until December 31, 2029. According to journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira, Mengão consulted the player's representatives, but considered the amounts requested too high for the moment.


Atlético-MG on Reinier, ex-Flamengo: "Reinier is a Rooster"


"Reinier is a Galo! An Olympic champion with experience at clubs in Spain, Germany, and Italy, the midfielder is Atlético's newest addition! At 23, he signed a contract until December 31, 2029, and will be another option for Cuca's squad . Keep it up, Reinier!" the club posted on social media.


PASSAGE THROUGH FLAMENGO

Reinier rose to prominence in Brazilian football after being promoted to the professional team in 2019 under Jorge Jesus. That year, he was part of the squads that won the Brasileirão and Libertadores . For Flamengo , the midfielder made 15 appearances, scoring six goals and contributing two assists.


INTERNATIONAL TRAJECTORY

After excelling at Flamengo, he was sold to Real Madrid (ESP), but failed to make the first team. He played on loan at Borussia Dortmund (GER), Girona (ESP), and Frosinone (ITA) before returning to Brazil to play for Atlético-MG.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT COMMITMENT

While Reinier reinforces Galo, Flamengo remains focused on the Brasileirão . This Saturday (09), the team faces Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 18th round. The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view.



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OUT! Flamengo announces lineup to face Mirassol in the Brasileirão

Coach Filipe Luís reinforces the idea of prioritizing the Brazilian Championship and sends Mengão's full strength to the duel against Leão at Maracanã

Check out Flamengo's lineup for the clash with Mirassol in the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Check out Flamengo's lineup for the clash with Mirassol in the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

09 Ago 2025 | 17:29 |

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Flamengo announced coach Filipe Luís's starting lineup for the match against Mirassol in the 19th round of the Brasileirão . Despite significant absences, Mengão will go into the match at full strength , aiming to maintain its lead in the competition. With a victory, "Mais Querido" cannot be overtaken in the round.


CHECK THE LINEUP


Rossi; Emerson Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Allan, Evertton Araújo, Arrascaeta, Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, Pedro.


POSSIBLE PREMIERE

One of the possible new players is Jorge Carrascal , who did not play in the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG due to not being registered, but is available for the Brasileirão. The Colombian is available to coach Filipe Luís for the first time since his arrival at Flamengo .


EMBARRASSMENTS

Coach Filipe Luís will be without key players for the match : Danilo, with a hamstring injury in his right thigh; De La Cruz , who is doing strength and mobility work at the gym due to a knee injury; and Erick Pulgar, who is recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, performed after an injury during the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, Jorginho is suspended for accumulating yellow cards.

MIRASSOL LINEUP

Coach Rafael Guanaes also confirmed the Mirassol lineup, which features only one change from the previous match: the return of full-back Reinaldo, who was suspended against Vasco due to three yellow cards. The Leão starting lineup is : Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes, and Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho, and Gabriel; Negueba, Edson Carioca, and Chico da Costa.



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Watch Flamengo vs Mirassol live on the 19th round of the Brasileirão

Mengão hosts Leão this Saturday (9) at 6:30 pm and needs the victory to remain in first place in the Brazilian table

Watch the duel between Flamengo x Mirassol live for the 19th round of the Brasileirão 2025 - Photo: Reproduction/Extra
Watch the duel between Flamengo x Mirassol live for the 19th round of the Brasileirão 2025 - Photo: Reproduction/Extra

09 Ago 2025 | 16:29 |

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Today is an important game day for Flamengo in the Brazilian Championship . Mengão hosts Mirassol in the 19th round, and last of the first half, of the Brasileirão this Saturday (9) at 6:30 pm (Brasília time). Mais Querido needs the victory to remain in first place in the table , while Leão wants to enter the G4 of the competition.


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POSSIBLE PREMIERE


One of the possible new players is Jorge Carrascal , who did not play in the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG due to not being registered, but is available for the Brasileirão. The Colombian is available to coach Filipe Luís for the first time since his arrival at Flamengo .


EMBARRASSMENTS

Coach Filipe Luís will be without key players for the match : Danilo, with a hamstring injury in his right thigh; De La Cruz, who is doing strength and mobility work at the gym due to a knee injury; and Erick Pulgar, who is recovering from surgery on the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, following an injury during the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, Jorginho is suspended for accumulating yellow cards.


RETURNS

On the other hand, there will be important reinforcements . Luiz Araújo and Bruno Henrique, who were on weight training due to pain and fatigue , trained normally in recent days and are available again. The former competes for a spot with Plata, while the latter could play as a false nine. Michael, who has recovered from a left ankle injury, is also returning, but is expected to start on the bench.


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