Soccer
Botafogo and São Paulo are tied and the decision of Flamengo's possible opponent will be decided next week
0
Players will be introduced this week
|
0This past week, Flamengo announced the signing of three reinforcements: Carlos Alcaráz, Gonzalo Plata and Alex Sandro. Thus, Mais Querido released the dates and times of the players' first interviews. The left-back will be officially presented on Thursday (5), the Argentine on Friday (6) and the Ecuadorian on (9).
CHECK THE DATES AND TIMES OF THE PRESENTATIONS:
Thursday (5/9) – Alex Sandro 1pm
– Friday (6/9) – Alcaraz 1:30pm
– Monday (9/9) – Plata 1pm
In addition, Mais Querido also released a statement: “the press will be released 30 minutes beforehand to enter CT Ninho do Urubu (with authorization from the press office). After the press conference, passages, recordings and live entries will not be allowed inside the CT.” It is expected that Marcos Braz, vice-president of football, and Bruno Spindel, executive director, will also speak to the press.
PLAYER SITUATIONAfter announced, Alex Sandro and Carlos Alcaraz were registered with the CBF BID. In fact, the Argentine played in the match against Corinthians this Sunday (1), at Neo Química Arena. The full-back remained in Rio for physical reconditioning.
However, Gonzalo Plata has not yet been registered, as it was announced by Mais Querido at the end of Friday (30). Therefore, the Ecuadorian will only be registered this Monday (2).
The teams play the first game of the quarterfinals at 7 p.m.
|
0Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores.
Follow the Red and Black lineup:Rossi, Varela, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Pulgar, De la Cruz, Gerson and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.
Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:
"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."
Match starts at 7pm this Thursday
|
0Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.
Follow the match live here:
The full-back made his debut for Mais Querido after 13 years in Europe
|
0Last Sunday, Alex Sandro experienced one of the most memorable moments of his career when he debuted at Flamengo, during an important classic. In a post on social media, the player expressed his gratitude to the fans and highlighted the special meaning of finally wearing the red and black shirt, something he always wanted.
Alex Sandro did not hide his emotion when describing the debut for the club as the realization of a long-time dream. The player, who has already played for other teams, had been waiting for the opportunity to join Flamengo's squad. For him, playing for the Rio team goes beyond sporting issues: it is an opportunity to connect with one of the most passionate fans in Brazil, something he valued in his message.
With a solid career so far, Alex Sandro was already used to big games and intense rivalries, but the weight of a classic for Flamengo brought a different emotion. The player highlighted, in his publication, that the support of the fans was essential, highlighting that fans are a crucial part of the team's success. The tone of the post, in addition to celebrating the moment, reflected the respect and importance he gives to the role of the fans in the team's performance.
Although Alex Sandro's debut was a personal milestone, the match in itself was also significant for Flamengo. The team faced one of its biggest rivals, and the player's presence brought new tactical possibilities to the team. During the 90 minutes, Alex Sandro showed ease, even though it was his first match in the Flamengo, signaling that it is ready to contribute to the team in future challenges.
SUBSCRIBE NEWSLETTER