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In the victory of Flamengoabout Bahia, Matheus Bachi, Tite's technical assistant, highlighted the resumption of the style of play that the team had been trying to consolidate since the arrival of the new technical committee. In a direct and blunt speech, Bachi highlighted the return of a more aggressive and intense posture, both with and without the ball.

"This is the face of our team", stated Bachi, reinforcing that the performance seen on the field reflects the identity that the team seeks to consolidate. Flamengo, under Tite's command, had been wavering in some matches, but against Bahia, the team presented a standard of play more in line with what the coaching staff expects. This "face" mentioned by Bachi is linked to an imposing stance, of making the opponent suffer to keep up with the Flamengo rhythm.

FLAMENGO RECOVERS ITS DNA 

< The technical assistant highlighted that, when the team is in possession of the ball, the objective is to make the opponent chase and wear themselves out in an attempt to regain possession. "Whoever comes here has to suffer chasing us," said Bachi, making it clear that Flamengo's intention is to dominate the game, maintain possession, and dictate the pace of the match. This control with the ball is one of the pillars of the style of play that the team is looking to improve under the new management.

However, Bachi also stressed that when the Flamengois without the ball, the behavior must be equally intense and aggressive. "When we don't have the ball, we attack the guys," he commented. This reflects the idea of ​​high marking, putting pressure on the opponent in their defense, with the aim of recovering the ball as quickly as possible and maintaining control of the actions.

This approach is common in teams who seek modern and offensive football. The idea is that, even without possession, the team maintains a proactive stance, suffocating the opponent and reducing their space to create plays. This aggressive marking is not just a matter of physical effort, but also of tactical organization, something that Tite and his coaching staff are trying to implement at Flamengo.

Evertton Araujo was chosen by the fans of Flamengo as the "Craque of the Fans" after the team qualified for the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. The young player, known as #GarotoDoNinho, surpassed big names such as Arrascaeta, Bruno Henrique and Gerson in a popular vote, reaching 53% of the votes.

The poll, which was carried out to determine the best player in the match, had the active participation of red and black fans. Evertton, who has stood out in recent games with consistent and decisive performances, has won the support of the fans and now occupies a prominent place among the main names in the squad. Evertton's choice as the "Fans' Star" demonstrates the strength of the young talent within the club and the trust that the fans place in him. Even with competition from established and veteran players, #GarotoDoNinho proved his worth on the field and won the hearts of the fans.

FLAMENGO HAS ITS ASSET AT THE BASE

< Flamengo, which continues to fight for another title in the Copa do Brasil, is now preparing to face the semi-finals of the competition with a confident squad reinforced by young promises such as Evertton Araujo. This recognition from the fans is also proof that the talents trained in the youth categories of Flamengo continue to gain space and importance in the main team. The red and black fans, who have always been demanding and passionate, saw enormous potential in the young player to shine in the upcoming challenges. The support coming from the stands can serve as an extra incentive for him to continue evolving and contributing in the decisive matches that lie ahead.

With 53% of the votes, Evertton Araujo stands out as one of the main names on the rise at the club, and his performance in the next matches will be crucial to maintaining the trust placed in him by the fans. Flamengo, which has a star-studded squad, now sees Evertton as a key player in maintaining its high level of competitiveness and seeking the Copa do Brasil title.

The South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) announced that Venezuelan referee Jesús Valenzuela will be responsible for refereeing the next match of Flamengofor the Copa Libertadores da América. The game, scheduled to take place at Maracanã, will be against Peñarol, a traditional Uruguayan football team. Jesús Valenzuela, who is already known on the South American scene, was appointed to lead the decisive clash in the group stage of the tournament. His choice by Conmebol reinforces the standard of selecting experienced referees for games of great importance, especially in the Libertadores, where matches tend to be highly contested and charged with emotion.

Jesús Valenzuela has stood out in recent years as one of the main referees in South America. The Venezuelan has an established career in international football, having refereed several important matches, both in club competitions and national team tournaments. In terms of experience, Valenzuela has already been present at Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana games, in addition to being part of the referee panel at Copa América. His performance is generally marked by rigidity in the application of rules and a firm stance on the field, characteristics that have made him a recurring choice of Conmebol for high-pressure games.

FLAMENGO LIGA ALERTA

Choosing a referee in a competition like the Libertadores is not a simple task. Arbitration plays a crucial rolel, as the tournament is known for its high level of competitiveness, fierce rivalries and pressure both on and off the field. A refereeing error can completely change the course of a match, especially in decisive moments such as group stage and knockout matches.

Valenzuela, with his experience in high-level matches, brings a guarantee that the game will be conducted fairly and within the rules. However, as in every match, the expectation of fans and clubs is that the refereeing is as impartial as possible and avoids direct interference in the result.