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FLAMENGO FACES AMAZONAS THIS WEDNESDAY WITH 4 PLAYERS LESS! CHECK OUT

The two teams enter the field for the Copa do Brasil today with athletes outside, in the medical department, on both sides

22 Mai 2024 | 12:41 |

Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (22), when they face Amazonas, in the second leg of the third phase of the Copa do Brasil. For the match, Tite has four confirmed absences from the red and black team: Erick Pulgar, Bruno Henrique, Léo Pereira and Carlinhos.

First of all, Erick Pulgar continues to improve his physical side after recovering from An ankle injury and he is missing from Fla. On the other hand, Bruno Henrique is still in the Flamengo Medical Department, treating an injury to his left foot.

In addition, Léo Pereira is recovering from an injury to the back of his left thigh and is also missing from Mais Querido . Finally, Carlinhos could not be available to Flamengo, as he already played in the Copa do Brasil for Nova Iguaçu. Therefore, the four players did not travel with the red-black delegation to Manaus.

For this duel, coach Adílson Batista must maintain the same team that drew 1-1 with Paysandu, last Saturday . The only change should be Jô's return to the starting lineup, probably replacing Bruno Lopes. The good news could be Sassá's return. The club did not announce it, but everything indicates that he should be an option on the bench.

The match at Arena da Amazônia, in Manaus, starts at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). It is worth remembering that Flamengo won the first game, at Maracanã, 1-0. As a result, Rubro-Negro visits Amazonas with the advantage of a draw. At the time, on May 1st, Pedro scored the goal that guaranteed Fla's victory. Now, therefore, Amazonas needs at least a simple victory, that is, 1-0, to take the decision to penalties. On the other hand, if the Manaus team wins the game by two or more goals, they will beat Flamengo and advance to the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

FLAMENGO FACES AMAZONAS THIS WEDNESDAY WITH 4 PLAYERS LESS! CHECK OUT