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Flamengo should have an alternative team against Botafogo-PB, for the Copa do Brasil

With absences in midfield and focus on the match against Palmeiras, Mais Querido should repeat an alternative lineup in Wednesday's duel

Flamengo faces Botafogo-PB with an alternative team for the Copa do Brasil; Arrascaeta may return, but absences are a concern - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Botafogo-PB with an alternative team for the Copa do Brasil; Arrascaeta may return, but absences are a concern - photo: reproduction

19 Mai 2025 | 19:36 |

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Flamengo resumed training this Monday (19) with full attention focused on the decisive game against Botafogo-PB, valid for the third phase of the Copa do Brasil. The duel takes place this Wednesday (21), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Maracanã stadium.


The red-black technical committee is considering repeating the strategy used in the first leg, once again fielding an alternative team, prioritizing the preservation of important athletes before the clash with Palmeiras in the Brazilian Championship.


According to the Coluna do Fla team, the plan involves using players who already played in the 1-0 victory in the first leg, such as Matheus Cunha, Danilo, Evertton Araújo, Ayrton Lucas and Juninho . On that occasion, the alternative team secured an advantage on the scoreboard with a goal by young striker Joshua. Now, a draw is enough to ensure qualification to the next phase of the competition.


ARRASCAETA MAY BE AN OPTION AGAIN

The main news among those involved could be the return of Arrascaeta. The Uruguayan midfielder has a chance of being included in the list of players called up, although the tendency is for him to start on the bench. Another name with a good chance of being kept in the starting lineup is full-back Wesley , who will be suspended for the next Brasileirão match and, therefore, should remain among the starters on Wednesday.


FLAMENGO HAS IMPORTANT LOSES

The midfield sector will be the most affected by injuries. De La Cruz was diagnosed with a knee sprain and will not be able to play. In addition to him, Allan, Erick Pulgar and Viña remain under medical care and are confirmed to be absent for the match. The absences force the coach to look for alternatives in the youth team and among the reserves with more recent game rhythm at Flamengo .


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Flamengo announces list of players to face Internacional with returns

Mengão will have strong reinforcements for the game against Colorado in Porto Alegre in the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship

Nico De La Cruz is one of the returning players on Flamengo's list for the match against Internacional - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Nico De La Cruz is one of the returning players on Flamengo's list for the match against Internacional - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

16 Ago 2025 | 13:36 |

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Flamengo released the list of players for the duel against Internacional in the 20th round of the Brasileirão this Sunday (17) at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) and the returns of Nico De La Cruz and Danilo were confirmed by the club . With that, the players are once again available to coach Filipe Luís after a long inactivity.


CHECK THE LIST
  • Goalkeepers: Rossi, Dyogo Alves, Matheus Cunha
  • Fullbacks: Alex Sandro, Ayrton Lucas, Daniel Sales, Emerson Royal, Varela, Viña
  • Defenders: Cleiton, Danilo, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira,
  • Midfielders: Allan, De La Cruz, Evertton Araújo, Jorginho,
  • Midfielders: Arrascaeta, Carrascal, Saúl, Victor Hugo
  • Attackers: Bruno Henrique, Everton Cebolinha, Juninho, Luiz Araújo, Michael, Pedro, Plata, Samuel Lino, Wallace Yan.
SURPRISES


Emerson Royal, who left the field in the first half against Internacional on Wednesday in the Libertadores Cup due to pain in his left ankle, is among those traveling to Porto Alegre for the Brasileirão match . Michael and Juninho also return to coach Filipe Luís's squad after a long absence. The number 23 has missed the Mais Querido's last three matches. The "little robot" has not been included in the squad since the draw with Botafogo on May 18.


SITUATION IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP

Flamengo leads the Brasileirão with 40 points, three ahead of second-place Cruzeiro, who still have a game in hand. In the 20th round, the Minas Gerais team visits Mirassol. With a victory, Mengão will remain the sole leader of the competition .


SCHEDULE AND TRANSMISSION

Flamengo and Internacional face off at 6:30 PM (Brasília time) at Beira-Rio. The match will be broadcast on Premiere (pay-per-view) and SporTV (pay-per-view). You can stay up-to-date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.


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Training session defines Flamengo's starting lineup to face Internacional in the Brasileirão

Mengão travels this Saturday afternoon (16) to Porto Alegre where they face Colorado in the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship at Beira-Rio

Training defines Flamengo's starting lineup to face Internacional in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Training defines Flamengo's starting lineup to face Internacional in the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

16 Ago 2025 | 13:00 |

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Flamengo is approaching the duel against Internacional , this Sunday (17), for the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship. This Saturday's activity (16) will be decisive, when coach Filipe Luís must define Mengão's starting team .


The final training session takes place at 9:30 a.m. (Brasília time) at the Ninho do Urubu Training Center. The coach is expected to field a full-strength squad for the match. The likely lineup is: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan and Jorginho; Plata, Samuel Lino, Arrascaeta , and Pedro.


SITUATION IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP


Flamengo leads the Brasileirão with 40 points, three ahead of second-place Cruzeiro , who still have a game in hand. In the 20th round, the Minas Gerais team visits Mirassol. With a win, Mengão will maintain its position as the sole leader of the competition.

SCHEDULE AND TRANSMISSION


Flamengo and Internacional face off at 6:30 PM (Brasília time) at Beira-Rio. The match will be broadcast on Premiere (pay-per-view) and SporTV (pay-per-view). You can stay up to date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.

REHEARSAL FOR WEDNESDAY?

This will be the second of three consecutive matches between Flamengo and Internacional . Mengão won the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 1-0 at Maracanã last Wednesday, and the return leg will take place at Beira-Rio on the 20th, with Internacional needing only a draw to secure qualification.


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Mauro Cezar Pereira reveals Flamengo's new master sponsor

Mengão terminated its contract with Pixbet and the company that will exhibit in the Manto Sagrado's prime space will be announced on Monday (18)

Mauro Cezar Pereira informs that Sportingbet will be the new master sponsor of Flamengo - Photo: Reproduction
Mauro Cezar Pereira informs that Sportingbet will be the new master sponsor of Flamengo - Photo: Reproduction

16 Ago 2025 | 12:00 |

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In a surprising move, Sportingbet, the bookmaker that already features on Palmeiras' shirt, is set to take over as Flamengo's master sponsor . The club confirmed on Friday afternoon (15) that there is already a winner in the competition for the most prestigious space on the uniform , with the official announcement scheduled for Monday (18).


FAREWELL TO PIXBET


According to UOL journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira, Sportingbet has outbid other major companies in the sector and is in the process of formalizing a contract with Flamengo . The dispute became necessary after Flamengo terminated its relationship with Pixbet, a longtime partner, due to payment delays and issues with government agencies.


The end of the partnership with Pixbet was made official hours before the duel against Internacional for the Libertadores, last Wednesday (13). On that occasion, the team entered the field with the word “thank you” printed above the former sponsor , as a gesture of gratitude for the period of collaboration.

TIGHT COMPETITION


Behind the scenes, Flamengo acted quickly to secure a new partner . The board of directors opened a competition, asking interested companies to submit sealed proposals. Initially, Betano and Superbet emerged as the favorites.

With the entry of other companies, such as Esportes da Sorte, 7K Bet, and Bet Nacional, the competition took on new dimensions. Superbet, which was well-positioned, decided to withdraw after the number of competitors increased . If the deal goes through, Sportingbet will sponsor the two clubs that have excelled in Brazilian football in recent years, deepening the rivalry between them on the national stage.



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