Flamengo finalizes preparation for the classic against Vasco in the Brasileirão

Flamengo and Vasco drew 0-0 at Maracanã on Saturday night (19), in a game valid for the fifth round of the Brazilian Championship Series A. With the result, Rubro-Negro extended its unbeaten streak against its rival , which has lasted ten years in the national tournament. Despite the lack of goals, the match had moments of tension and intense disputes in the midfield, characteristic of the great Rio classics.

The last victory for Cruz-Maltino in Série A was in 2015, when they won 2-1. Since then, Rubro-Negro has won seven and drawn five times in the tournament, maintaining an impressive record. Overall, counting all competitions since the beginning of this year , the classic has had four chapters: three victories for Mais Querido and the recent draw.

The result keeps Flamengo on an 11-match unbeaten streak against Vasco , including duels in state and national competitions. The performance reinforces the team's good moment, which despite not scoring in this round, demonstrates defensive solidity and emotional control in direct confrontations.

NEXT COMMITMENTS

Now, the two clubs are preparing for commitments on the continental stage. Vasco will host Lanús, from Argentina, on Tuesday (22), at 9:30 pm, in São Januário, for the Copa Sul-Americana. Flamengo will face LDU, in Ecuador, on the same day, at 7 pm.

FLAMENGO IN THE LIBERTADORES

The duel against LDU takes place on Tuesday (22), at 7 pm (Brasília time), at the Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium, in Quito. In third place in Group C, with three points, Flamengo needs the result to continue with real chances of qualifying. LDU leads the group alongside Central Córdoba, both with four points.

During coverage of the classic match between Vasco and Flamengo for the Brazilian Championship, broadcast by Prime Video, former player Romário did not spare praise for Gerson, the club's defensive midfielder. An idol of national football and world champion in 1994, Baixinho was direct in stating that the Mengão's number 8 should be an absolute starter for the Brazilian team in the next world cycle.

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Let him know that he is the absolute starter of my team" - said Romário

As he was leaving the field, Gerson was talking to the reporting team when he was surprised by a message sent live by Romário: “Let him know that he is the absolute starter for my national team”. The athlete's reaction was one of immediate gratitude, praising the former striker and highlighting the importance of his words. Still emotional about the comment, the midfielder reciprocated the affection : “With this guy there is no comparison, there is no way. I thank him. I saw the end of his career, it was already sinister. With him there is no way”. The statement reinforces the mutual admiration between players of different generations and highlights the good moment that Gerson is experiencing on and off the field.

HIGHLIGHT IN THE DORIVAL JUNIOR ERA

During Dorival Júnior's time in charge of the Brazilian national team, Gerson had a place in the group. The midfielder of Mais Querido alternated between starting and being on the bench, but he was always guaranteed a presence in the call-ups and managed to get relevant minutes throughout the year in which the coach led the team.

The Joker's last performance with the national team's jersey took place on March 21 , against Colombia. He played for only 28 minutes before suffering an injury that ruled him out of the next match, against Argentina, in Buenos Aires. The defeat to the Argentines, in fact, culminated in Dorival's departure from the coaching command.

ROMÁRIO SEES EVOLUTION AT VASCO

In addition to talking about Gerson, Romário took the opportunity to comment on Vasco's performance in the derby. According to the former player, the team led by Fábio Carille has been showing progress, especially in direct clashes against Mengão. For him, there are clear signs of reconstruction in the Cruzmaltino team.

Flamengo once again had a dominant performance , but was unable to translate the volume of play into goals against Vasco, in the goalless draw last Saturday (19), for the Brazilian Championship . After the classic, striker Michael commented on the criticism that the team has been receiving, especially in relation to the low effectiveness in finishing - something that was also noted against Internacional and Central Córdoba (ARG).

Before talking about the offensive performance, Michael praised the team's stance in the classic . For him, if Flamengo has to stumble, it will be by acting aggressively, putting pressure on the opponent.

It's complicated to talk from the outside. Inside, it's more difficult..."

“What we want most is that, if we are going to draw or lose a point, it will be like this: us on top of the opponent , attacking , creating goal chances ,” said the striker .

Michael acknowledged that the team needs to improve when it comes to finishing, but he noted that the external view does not always reflect what happens on the field. “Of course we have to correct some mistakes and be calmer when finishing, but it is difficult to talk about it from the outside. It is more difficult on the field, ” he said.

The number 30 himself was the target of criticism after wasting one of Flamengo's main chances in the match, when he was face to face with goalkeeper Léo Jardim , but finished poorly .

CRITICISM OF VASCO'S STANCE

Michael also criticized Vasco 's stance , which, according to him, sought to hold on to the result by stalling and stopping the ball . “We had attitude, we looked for the goal the whole time. We played a great game. Their team spent most of the time inside the area, falling to the ground, trying to gain time with cramps ,” he commented.

Despite the frustration with the score, the striker highlighted the team's commitment and the effort shown during the 90 minutes. " We are not happy with the result because we wanted to win , but we are satisfied with the dedication and attitude of the entire team. I believe we are doing a great job ", he concluded.

NEXT CHALLENGE

With Michael in the group, Flamengo embarks this Sunday for Ecuador , where they face LDU this Tuesday (22), at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium , for the third round of the Libertadores group stage.