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Did Flamengo do well or badly in the World Cup? Check out the club's statistics in the FIFA tournament

After finishing the first phase in first place, the red-black team ended up being eliminated by Bayern Munich from Germany by 4x2, in the round of 16.

Flamengo on the field before the match against Bayern Munich, in the round of 16 of the FIFA tournament. Photo: gilvan de Souza/CRF
Flamengo on the field before the match against Bayern Munich, in the round of 16 of the FIFA tournament. Photo: gilvan de Souza/CRF

03 Jul 2025 | 18:30 |

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Flamengo's journey through the United States, playing in the FIFA Club World Cup, is over. That's because the club was eliminated by Bayern Munich-GER by 4x2 and ended up leaving the tournament. However, many wonder whether the red-black team from Rio left a good impression or not. To do so, take a look at the statistics of the team from Gávea during the 4 games played.




OVERALL PERFORMANCE
  • Games played: 4
  • Wins: 2
  • Draws: 1
  • Losses: 1
  • Goals scored: 7
  • Goals conceded: 5
  • Utilization: Approximately 58.3%



GAMES IN THE TOURNAMENT


Flamengo 2 x 0 Esperance Sportive de Tunis (Group Stage, 06/16/2025, Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia)

  • Goals: Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Luiz Araujo
  • Audience: 25,797
  • Assist: Jorginho (1)

Flamengo 3 x 1 Chelsea (Group Stage, 20/06/2025, Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia)

  • Goals: Bruno Henrique (62'), Danilo (65'), Wallace Yan (83')
  • Audience: 54,019
  • Chelsea scored first through Pedro Neto (13')

Flamengo 0 x 0 LAFC (Group Stage, 06/25/2025)Result:

  • Prize for a tie: R$5.5 million

Flamengo 2 x 4 Bayern Munich (Round of 16, 06/29/2025, Hard Rock Stadium, Miami)

  • Flamengo goals: Gerson (33'), Jorginho (55', penalty)
  • Bayern goals: Erick Pulgar (6', own goal), Harry Kane (9', 73'), Leon Goretzka (42')
  • Flamengo assists: Giorgian De Arrascaeta (1)
  • Audience: 60,914
  • Ball possession: 50.7%
  • Total completions: 12
  • Shots on target: 3
  • Corners: 4
  • Passes completed: 401
  • Fouls committed: 18


BALL POSSESSION
  • Overall average: 60.5% (2nd place among non-European clubs in the tournament).
  • Flamengo 3 x 1 Chelsea (20/06/2025): Approximately 60% (estimated based on the overall average and the style of play under Filipe Luís).
  • Flamengo 0 x 0 LAFC (06/25/2025): Around 62% (Flamengo controlled possession, but did not convert into goals).
  • Flamengo 2 x 4 Bayern München (29/06/2025, Round of 16): 50.7% (confirmed, with 401 passes completed).


SHOTS ON GOAL
  • Total shots: 12 per game (overall tournament average, 2nd among non-European clubs).
  • Shots on target: 6.5 per game (2nd among non-European clubs).

INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS

Flamengo's top scorers:

  • Giorgian De Arrascaeta: 1 goal
  • Bruno Henrique: 1 goal
  • Danilo: 1 goal
  • Wallace Yan: 1 goal
  • Luiz Araujo: 1 goal
  • Gerson: 1 goal
  • Jorginho: 1 goal (penalty)

Leaders in general statistics:

  • Flamengo's average possession: 60.5% (2nd among non-European clubs)
  • Shots on target per game: 6.5 (2nd among non-European clubs)
  • Big chances created: 8 (1st among non-European clubs)
  • Successful passes per game: 512 (2nd among non-European clubs)




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For fear of default, Flamengo may ask for Matheus Gonçalves to return - understand

The transfer of the jewel of Ninho to the team from Saudi Arabia, moved the coffers of Mengão, but the Rio de Janeiro club has not yet received the value of the negotiation

Flamengo may cancel the sale of Matheus Gonçalves to Al-Ahli if the Arab club fails to pay the first installment - photo: reproduction
Flamengo may cancel the sale of Matheus Gonçalves to Al-Ahli if the Arab club fails to pay the first installment - photo: reproduction

01 Out 2025 | 19:21 |

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Flamengo agreed to sell young attacking midfielder Matheus Gonçalves to Al-Ahli for 8 million euros (around R$50 million). The amount was to be paid upfront, but ended up being split into three annual installments between 2025 and 2027. According to information released by journalist Paparazzo Rubro-Negro, the first installment, scheduled to be paid by last Monday (30), was not deposited.


With the Arab team's delay, Flamengo is considering taking legal action to ensure compliance with the contract. The board fears that the Arab club will not honor its commitments , which could constitute a default.


The situation is concerning for Gávea, which was counting on the funds to bolster its cash flow. If the payment isn't regularized by October 4th, there's a chance the contract will be terminated and Matheus Gonçalves will return to the club.


CAN MATHEUS GONÇALVES RETURN?

Although he recently transferred, the player could return to Flamengo if the deal falls through. The board is closely monitoring the player's movements and is in contact with representatives of the player and Al-Ahli.


WHEN WILL FLAMENGO PLAY AGAIN?
Flamengo enters the field to defend its sole lead in the Brasileirão, with 54 points, four more than second-place Cruzeiro. A victory could extend the Flamengo's lead, while a victory for the Minas Gerais team would reduce the gap to just one point.




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Brasilieirão: Flamengo x Cruzeiro - where to watch, probable lineup and time

Teams face each other this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm, at Maracanã, in a game that could redefine the dispute for the title of the Brazilian Championship

Maracanã is expected to receive more than 70,000 fans for the duel between Flamengo and Cruzeiro in the 26th round of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction
Maracanã is expected to receive more than 70,000 fans for the duel between Flamengo and Cruzeiro in the 26th round of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction

01 Out 2025 | 18:40 |

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Flamengo enters the field to defend its sole lead in the Brasileirão, with 54 points, four more than second-place Cruzeiro. A victory could extend the Flamengo's lead, while a victory for the Minas Gerais team would reduce the gap to just one point.


Maracanã is expected to welcome over 70,000 fans , in a pre-match atmosphere. Besides its importance for the standings, the match also marks a symbolic reunion: Gabigol will return to the stadium for the first time since leaving Flamengo, now wearing the sky-blue jersey.


REUNION WITH GABIGOL


The duel promises intense emotions for the Flamengo fans . Gabigol, a longtime Flamengo idol, returns to Maracanã in a new phase of his career , playing for Cruzeiro . In the first round, the striker was decisive, scoring the winning goal for Raposa, 2-1, at Mineirão.

Fans are expecting a high-level game, with ingredients that go beyond sporting rivalry : on one side, Flamengo 's fight to maintain its lead; on the other, Cruzeiro's attempt to close the gap and dream bigger about the cup.


TECHNICAL SHEET - FLAMENGO X CRUZEIRO

26th round – Brazilian Championship

📆 Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025

⏰ Time: 8:30 pm (Brasília time)

📍 Location: Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)

📺 Broadcast: Premiere

TEAM LINEUPS

Flamengo (Coach: Filipe Luis): Rossi; Varela, Leo Ortiz, Danilo (Leo Pereira) and Alex Sandro; Saul, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro.

Cruzeiro (Coach: Leonardo Jardim): Cassio; William, Fabrício Bruno, Villalba and Kaiki; Lucas Romero, Lucas Silva and Matheus Pereira; Christian, Wanderson and Kaio Jorge.



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Flamengo vs Cruzeiro has sold out tickets and 70,000 fans are expected at Maracanã

More than 45 thousand tickets have already been sold for this Thursday's duel (2) between Mais Querido and Raposa, for the 26th round of the Brasileirão

Tickets sold out for Flamengo vs Cruzeiro at Maracanã for the 26th round of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction
Tickets sold out for Flamengo vs Cruzeiro at Maracanã for the 26th round of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction

01 Out 2025 | 16:33 |

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Flamengo announced that tickets for the match against Cruzeiro , this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, are practically sold out. The game is valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship and should have an audience of over 70 thousand people.


The North, West, East (upper and lower), and part of the South sectors are already full. Prices range from R$100 to R$600, depending on the sector, with half-price tickets available for all options.


FLAMENGO LEADER


The duel pits the leaders and runners-up of Série A against each other . Flamengo arrives with 54 points and a four-point advantage over Cruzeiro , which has 50. The match could reduce the gap between the two clubs or increase the red-black advantage in the race for the title.

TICKET SALES


Ticket sales began on September 2nd, exclusively for Flamengo members, who received priority and special discounts. Later, on September 18th, sales opened to the general public. Cruzeiro's visiting fans will be seated in the stadium's South B section.

TICKET PRICES
  • North – Full: R$120 | Half: R$60
  • South – Full: R$100 | Half: R$50
  • Upper East – Full: R$140 | Half: R$70
  • Lower East – Full: R$160 | Half: R$80
  • Fla+ Leste Inferior Space – Single price: R$ 360
  • Lower West – Full: R$200 | Half: R$100
  • Fla+ Oeste Inferior Space – Single price: R$400
  • Maracanã Mais – Full: R$600 | Half: R$337.50
  • South Sector B (Cruzeiro fans) – Full: R$170 | Half: R$85


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