
Soccer
19 Out 2023 | 17:52 |
Flamengo, one of the most traditional clubs in Brazilian football,according to O Globo Esportes is determined to ensure that the pitch at the iconic Maracanã Stadium is in impeccable condition for the long-awaited Copa Libertadores final, even if they have to face Bragantino at the venue just a week before the big game. According to information released by both the club and the stadium's administrators, the pitch underwent a recent renovation and is in perfect condition, benefiting from the absence of matches due to the FIFA date. This news brings relief to football fans who are anxiously awaiting the clash.
The absence of matches at Maracanã during the FIFA date break allowed the pitch to undergo a recovery and maintenance process, ensuring that the grass be in the best possible condition for the Libertadores final. The stadium administrators and Flamengo are collaborating to ensure that all conditions are favorable for a high-level game.
However, the decision to play Bragantino at Maracanã on the 29th was not taken without questions. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is determined to maintain the original date of the clash between Flamengo and Bragantino, and already has a table ready with this information. Despite the CBF's insistence, Flamengo demonstrated confidence in the quality of the pitch and in the ability of Maracanã administrators to keep the stadium in excellent condition for the Libertadores final.
The news that the Maracanã pitch will be in perfect condition for the Libertadores final is a source of relief for everyone involved in the event. Maracanã is one of the most iconic stadiums in world football, and having the opportunity to host the final of South America's main club competition is an honor for Flamengo, its fans and Brazil as a whole. The confidence of the club and stadium administrators in the ability to keep the pitch in good condition is a positive sign for everyone involved.
In addition, the CBF's determination to maintain the original date of the game against Bragantino is a demonstration of how challenging the Brazilian football calendar can be. With several competitions taking place simultaneously, clubs, federations and Conmebol need to find solutions to accommodate all commitments. In this context, the maintenance of Maracanã is essential for Flamengo to compete in the Libertadores and Série A of the Brazilian Championship with maximum quality.
The Maracanã pitch has been the scene of countless exciting memories throughout the years. years, and its condition is essential to the experience of players and fans. After all, a pitch in perfect condition is essential for a high-level football game, allowing players to showcase their talent and providing a quality spectacle for fans. In this sense, the news that Maracanã will be in good condition is a victory for all football lovers.
Flamengo and Bragantino fans, as well as football lovers in general, are looking forward to the Libertadores final. With the confirmation that the pitch will be in good condition, expectations for the game increase even more. Maracanã is known for its unique and intense atmosphere, and the Libertadores final is expected to be a memorable event for everyone present.
Flamengo, as one of the most popular and successful clubs in the Brazil represents not just a football team, but a legion of passionate fans. For them, the news that Maracanã will be in good condition is cause for celebration, as they hope to see their team win yet another important title in its glorious history.
Law maintenance is just one of many challenges that football clubs face throughout the season. The tight schedule and the need to play games in adverse conditions are common challenges for teams. However, the dedication of Flamengo and Maracanã administrators to ensuring a high quality pitch is an example of how Brazilian football deals with these challenges to guarantee excellence in competitions.
Conmebol, responsible for organization of the Copa Libertadores, is also closely monitoring the situation on the Maracanã pitch. After all, the stadium is one of the main calling cards of South American football, and the Libertadores final is one of the most important moments in the region's sporting calendar. Confidence in the state of the pitch reinforces the idea that Maracanã will be the perfect stage for this great event.
Maintenance and restoration work on the Maracanã pitch is a complex task that involves specific care and dedicated professionals . The combination of technology and expertise in football fields is essential to ensure that the grass is in ideal conditions for sports. The joint effort between Flamengo and the stadium's administrators is an example of how the passion for football can be translated into concrete actions to preserve such an important sporting heritage.
The Libertadores final is an event that attracts the attention of millions of fans around the world. It is an opportunity to celebrate South American football and its rich tradition. With the news that Maracanã will be in perfect condition for the game, expectations increase, and sports lovers eagerly wait to see which team will emerge victorious.
Right now, Maracanã is the center of attention of the world of football. Anticipation and anxiety are rising as we get closer to the grand finale. The stadium's pitch is, without a doubt, a crucial element for the success of the event, and the news that it will be in good condition is a relief for everyone involved.
Preparing for such a grand event as the Libertadores final requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. Ensuring that the Maracanã pitch will be in perfect condition is just one of the many aspects that need to be carefully managed to guarantee the success of the final. After all, the quality of the pitch directly affects the players' performance and the fans' experience.
On the 29th, when Flamengo faces Bragantino at Maracanã, all eyes will be on the state of the pitch. It will be an important test of the capacity of the stadium's administrators and the quality of the maintenance work carried out. Fans hope that everything goes smoothly, and that the pitch lives up to Maracanã's tradition as one of the most legendary stadiums in the world.
In short, the news that Flamengo ensures that the stadium's pitch Maracanã will be in good condition for the Libertadores final, which is a relief for everyone involved. The stadium, the scene of so many emotions over the years, is preparing to host yet another historic moment in South American football, and confidence in the quality of the pitch is an important step towards ensuring the success of the event. With anticipation growing every day, football lovers can't wait to see which team will lift the Libertadores trophy at the iconic Maracanã.
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The midfielder, who was raised at Mengão, was loaned to Cruzmaltino by Crystal Palace and avoided talking about his former club during a press conference.
02 Set 2025 | 20:00 |
A recent highlight of Flamengo's youth academy, Matheus França was officially presented by Vasco this Tuesday (02). During the press conference in São Januário, the attacking midfielder avoided mentioning the name of the club that formed him , Cruzmaltino's biggest rival, and reinforced the total focus on the new team.
Flamengo product Matheus França at his presentation at Vasco: "Everyone knows about my beginnings at the rival club"
When asked about the pressure from his past at Gávea and the reasons that led him to choose Vasco, França preferred not to delve into the subject , focusing only on the conversations he had with those responsible for Cruzmaltino.
"Everyone knows about my beginnings at the rival club. But the most important thing is to focus here at Vasco, a big and important club. This was my choice, based on conversations with Diniz, Felipe, and Pedrinho . I'm grateful for the support and the conversations from the beginning. I don't feel any pressure. I'm a player who will give his all for Vasco , and that's what matters," he stated.
In July 2023, Crystal Palace signed Matheus França from Flamengo for €20 million (approximately R$104 million at the time), with bonuses that could have increased the fee to €30 million . However, the Gávea native's journey in England was marked by difficulties. The attacking midfielder suffered a series of injuries—to his groin, back, ribs, and thighs—that hampered his adaptation.
He was away from the field for 345 days, returning only in February of this year. During that time, he played 19 games, scoring one goal and providing one assist for the London club . Due to his limited use, Crystal Palace opted to loan him until mid-2026. The contract with Vasco does not include a purchase option.
Tricolor is already thinking about strengthening the squad for next season and has a Mengão player as the main target for the club's presidential candidate.
02 Set 2025 | 19:00 |
The transfer windows in Brazil and Europe close this Tuesday (02), but Grêmio still harbors the desire to bring back Everton Cebolinha , currently at Flamengo. Former Grêmio player Luís Mário, who now works as a football agent, revealed that the Rio Grande do Sul club plans to make the red-black number 11 the big signing of the next season. “ Marcelo (Marques)'s dream for next year, Grêmio's big signing, is Everton Cebolinha ,” said Luís Mário.
With the end of the window this Tuesday (02), the possibility of an immediate agreement is considered unlikely . Grêmio would only have a chance if they could achieve an amicable termination between Cebolinha and Flamengo , which would leave the striker free on the market.
Still, the Rio Grande do Sul club's plans are likely to be postponed until early 2026, when a new transfer window will open. Flamengo , for its part, has not ruled out negotiating the player , provided a profitable opportunity arises.
Everton Cebolinha is not in the best of times at Flamengo. The striker has lost ground under Filipe Luís and has played in just three of the last ten games , a period in which he scored a goal against Atlético-MG, his last for Flamengo.
In the 2025 season, he played 30 matches, scoring four goals, making 15 starts, and playing a total of 1,174 minutes. The arrival of Samuel Lino further reduced his opportunities , as the number 11 was not in good form.
Mengão beat Internacional in the Brazilian final that year, but the court granted Sport the chance to consider themselves champions.
02 Set 2025 | 18:30 |
Formed in the youth ranks of Flamengo , former player Leonardo spoke again about the controversy surrounding the 1987 Brazilian Championship title . For the current sports manager, there is no logic in considering Sport the champion of the edition, and the main person responsible for the confusion was the CBF itself.
Leonardo on Flamengo's 1987 Brasileirão title: "This CBF anomaly is a shame"
"No, no, with all due respect to Sport, but you know what? First, it's a shame that the CBF is so anomaly, that they don't recognize it and then they do [...] But I think at the time, they admitted they couldn't organize the championship . So, they gave Clube dos 13 the opportunity to organize the competition," Leonardo told Charla Podcast.
According to the former full-back, the Green Module brought together the country's main clubs, such as the 12 biggest clubs in Brazilian football , while the Yellow Module functioned as a kind of second division, with the country's most alternative teams.
" The Green Module brings together the country's top 20 clubs. The other, from 20th to 40th . Series A, Series B, man. Two champions emerge. Then they say they have to play a game to recognize the Brazilian title. Honestly, it's a bit of a... So, Flamengo —I don't want to say right or wrong—didn't show up for that game. Inter wouldn't show up either, São Paulo wouldn't show up, because they signed. Then Sport showed up and lost this game that never happened. And the debate continues to this day," he added.
That year, lacking the financial means to organize the tournament, the CBF authorized the Clube dos 13 to create the Copa União , contested by the country's 16 most prominent clubs, called the Green Module. However, the confederation later reversed its decision, creating the Yellow Module, and requiring a crossover between the champions of each module.
Flamengo and Internacional, the two best teams in the Green Module, refused to face Sport and Guarani, leaders of the Yellow Module. As a result, the Pernambuco team won by a landslide and was officially recognized by the CBF . Still, for much of the public, Flamengo 's title in the Green Module is seen as the true Brazilian Championship.
The former full-back was a starter on a star-studded team that included Zico, Renato Gaúcho, Bebeto, and Zinho. For him, the historic significance of the title goes beyond the legal dispute: " I think there should be official recognition and popular recognition . That, if we analyze it, is Zico's last title of the 1980s," Leonardo noted.