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“Flamengo is physically wasting away” - journalist criticizes Flamengo’s preparation

Rubro-negro got tired and was unable to compete against Botafogo

Physical trainer Fábio Mahseredjian. Image: Reproduction/FlaTV
Physical trainer Fábio Mahseredjian. Image: Reproduction/FlaTV

20 Ago 2024 | 10:09 |

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Last Sunday (18), Flamengo suffered a 4-1 defeat to Botafogo in the Brasileirão. The coach's team Tite was heavily criticized due to his performance in the match and the coach himself due to his questionable choices in assembling the team and the changes made during the game. Another target of negative considerations from the red and black side was the physical preparation of the Gávea club.


In the Uol podcast 'Posse de Bola', journalist Arnaldo Ribeiro highlighted Flamengo's lack of competitiveness against Botafogo and showed concern about the physique of the red and black cast. “I know that Flamengo had one less day of rest than Botafogo, just as São Paulo had in relation to Palmeiras, but São Paulo did not physically waste away at Allianz Parque, Flamengo is physically wasting away, it is an unbelievable thing, Physically, they are the most unprepared team in the country for this moment. And Botafogo is the opposite", said the journalist.


In Arnaldo's view, Flamengo arrived at the most challenging period of the season unprepared both on and off the field and the club is concerned about several issues that occur behind the scenes and leaves football, which should always be the top priority, in the background.


“Flamengo arrived at the most important moment, in crazy August, which was already planned on the calendar from the beginning for those who were thinking about it. was competing on the three fronts, unprepared in all aspects. I see a very big division of focus: the management and the obsession with the stadium, the campaign to elect the successor, took away a little of the focus that is the football team. Flamengo's football team had challenges at the moment, there are gaps in the squad, they are selling players and haven't signed any yet”, he pointed out.

Tite's technical committee did not escape criticism from the journalist, who recalled the fact of the coach arriving at the end of 2023 to advance preparation for the current season. “There are situations that are the exclusive responsibility of a technical committee that arrived last year precisely to anticipate problems, calendar, pre-season. Flamengo went to do a pre-season abroad and faced the State Championship to win, as the board wanted, when Botafogo never sees it that way and is on the edge of their seats”.


Flamengo now hopes to have the physical conditions for the duel at the 3640m altitude of La Paz, where they will face o Bolívar in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The red and black team won the first match 2-0 and could lose by up to a goal difference and still qualify.



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Women's Volleyball Super League: Sesc Flamengo learns the tournament schedule

CBV releases initial tournament calendar and team led by Bernardinho prepares to seek fourth national title with reinforced squad

Sesc Flamengo squad gathered at the Tijuca Tennis Club Gymnasium during training for the 2025 Women's Volleyball Super League - photo: reproduction
Sesc Flamengo squad gathered at the Tijuca Tennis Club Gymnasium during training for the 2025 Women's Volleyball Super League - photo: reproduction

10 Set 2025 | 17:13 |

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The Brazilian Volleyball Confederation (CBV) announced this Tuesday (9) the dates and times of the first 11 rounds of the Women's Volleyball Super League . With this, Flamengo already knows its first opponents in the new season of the competition.


The red-and-black team's debut will be on October 20th, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), against Paulistano/Barueri, at the Tijuca Tennis Club Gymnasium, in Rio de Janeiro. In the second match, Flamengo faces Dentil Praia Clube, on the 31st of the same month, at Maracanãzinho.


COMPLETE TABLE


20/10 – 6:30 pm: Sesc Flamengo x Paulistano/Barueri – Tijuca Tennis Club (SporTV)

09/12 – 9:00 pm: Fluminense x Sesc Flamengo – Hebraica Gymnasium (SporTV)


31/10 – 9:00 p.m.: Sesc Flamengo x Dentil/Praia Clube – Maracanãzinho (SporTV)

06/11 – 6:30 pm: Tijuca Tennis Club x Sesc Flamengo – Tijuca Tennis Club (SporTV)

14/11 – 6:30 pm: Sesc Flamengo x Brasília Volleyball – Tijuca Tennis Club (VBTV)

11/18 – 9:30 pm: Sancor Maringá Volleyball x Sesc Flamengo – Chico Neto Municipal Gymnasium (SporTV)

24/11 – 9:00 pm: Osasco Saint Christopher Health x Sesc Flamengo – José Liberati Gymnasium (SporTV)

28/11 – 9:00 p.m.: Sesc Flamengo x Gerdau Minas – Maracanãzinho (SporTV)

05/12 – 9:00 pm: Sesi Volleyball Bauru x Sesc Flamengo – Arena Paulo Skaf (SporTV)

12/12 – 9:00 pm: Sesc Flamengo x Renasce Sorocaba – Tijuca Tennis Club (SporTV)

12/19 – 6:30 pm: Mackenzie x Sesc Flamengo – Mackenzie Sports Club Gymnasium (VBTV)

STRENGTHENED CAST

Flamengo remains focused on preparing for the season. Bernardinho's team has already confirmed the signings of Tainara, Simone Lee, Masa Kiryu, Giovana, and Vivian . The club also attempted to sign opposite Rosamaria, a standout player for the Brazilian national team, but failed to secure a deal.


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Striker becomes Flamengo's hope for clash against Juventude

After receiving public criticism from coach Filipe Luís, the striker returned to being an undisputed starter and is seen as an asset against Jaconero

Pedro is Flamengo's hope for goals against Juventude, one of their main victims - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Pedro is Flamengo's hope for goals against Juventude, one of their main victims - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

10 Set 2025 | 16:00 |

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Flamengo continues its preparations to face Juventude this Sunday (14), in the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship. The team's second-highest scorer this season, Pedro is expecting to start as a starter and could be one of the main weapons of Filipe Luís' team.


The number 9's record against the opponent excites the fans: in five matches against Juventude, Pedro has already scored six goals and provided one assist . In retrospect, the center forward also has the advantage, with three wins against the Gauchos and only two losses.


PEDRO'S NUMBERS IN 2025


The season has been full of ups and downs for Pedro. After recovering from a serious knee injury in April, the striker faced criticism for his performance in training and even became embroiled in controversy off the field . However, he managed to turn things around and is now Flamengo 's second-highest scorer this year, with 12 goals and five assists.

FLAMENGO'S MOMENT IN THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP


Flamengo leads the Brazilian Championship with 47 points (14 wins, five draws, and just two losses) . Just behind them are Cruzeiro with 44 points and Palmeiras with 43. Juventude, their next opponent, is in a difficult situation: they are in 18th place with just 21 points.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME

With Pedro available, Flamengo returns to the field on Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), to face Juventude, at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in Caxias do Sul, for the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. The Mais Querido seeks the first victory against Jaconero away from home since 1997 , when with an own goal from Rodrigo Silva, managed to come out victorious.


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Check out the minutes of Flamengo's squad for the FIFA World Cup

Unlike other opportunities, Mengão players were not used to their full potential and should be available against Juventude.

Flamengo players were not used excessively in the FIFA Date and arrive with average minutes - Photo: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF
Flamengo players were not used excessively in the FIFA Date and arrive with average minutes - Photo: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

10 Set 2025 | 15:30 |

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After two rounds of World Cup qualifying, Flamengo's players are free to return . Of the six players called up, only Gonzalo Plata took the field in both matches . However, none of them completed the full 180 minutes.


FLAMENGO PLAYER TIMES ON FIFA DATE


BRAZIL


  • Samuel Lino – 61 minutes (did not play against Chile; 61' against Bolivia)

COLOMBIA


  • Jorge Carrascal – 0 minutes (reserve vs. Bolivia; not included vs. Venezuela)

ECUADOR

  • Gonzalo Plata – 89 minutes (20' against Paraguay; 69' against Argentina)

URUGUAY

  • Arrascaeta – 69 minutes (69' against Peru; dropped against Chile)
  • Guillermo Varela – 90 minutes (90' against Peru; dismissed against Chile)
  • Matías Viña – 90 minutes (did not play against Peru; 90' against Chile)
HOW WAS THE RUBRO-NEGROS PARTICIPATION?

Samuel Lino was on the bench for Brazil's 3-0 victory over Chile at the Maracanã stadium and played 61 minutes in the 1-0 loss to Bolivia . Jorge Carrascal was an unused substitute against Bolivia and was left out of the squad for the match against Venezuela. Gonzalo Plata played in both of Ecuador's matches, a 0-0 draw with Paraguay and a 1-0 victory over Argentina.

Arrascaeta and Varela started in Uruguay's 3-0 victory over Peru . The number 10 was rested for the second leg, while the full-back suffered a groin ache and will be re-evaluated at Ninho. Matías Viña played the full 90 minutes in the 0-0 draw against Chile, after not being used against Peru.

AND NOW?

Flamengo resumed training this Wednesday (10), at 9:30 am (Brasília time) , at Ninho do Urubu, after a day off on Tuesday. Arrascaeta and Varela are already expected to participate in the activities. The other players called up should return on Thursday (11).


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