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21 Out 2024 | 18:15 |
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O Flamengoqualified for its third consecutive final of the Copa do Brasil, a feat achieved only by Grêmio in the 90s. The club also became the team with the highest number of finals played in the tournament, accumulating ten decisions, surpassing Grêmio, who has nine.
Mengão secured another historic milestone by drawing with Corinthians this Sunday (20) and advancing to the final of the 2024 Copa do Brasil. With this classification, the Rio team reached their third consecutive final, equaling the record that belonged to Grêmio, finalist between 1993 and 1995.
In 2022, the Flamengo won the competition title over Corinthians itself, but in the year following season, he was defeated in the decision by São Paulo. Now, the club is preparing for another title fight, this time against Atlético-MG, with the teams being defined next Thursday.
FLAMENGO BECOMES THE CLUB WITH THE MOST BRAZILIAN CUP FINALS
The place in the final against Atlético-MG also gave Flamengo another important record: the leadership in the number of Brazilian Cup finals. With this classification, Rubro-Negro reached their 10th decision, beating Grêmio, who has nine finals in the tournament. Mengão is also the team with the most appearances in semi-finals, totaling 17.
In the previous nine finals, Flamengo emerged victorious in four occasions: 1990, 2006, 2013 and 2022. The other five times in which it was runner-up occurred in 1997, 2003, 2004, 2017 and 2023. In terms of titles, the club is tied with Palmeiras, both with four trophies, behind Cruzeiro, with six, and Grêmio, with five.
MILLIONAIRE AWARD AT THE BRAZILIAN CUP
With classification guaranteed for the final, Flamengo has already secured at least R$51 million in prizes in the competition. The club has already accumulated R$19 million throughout the previous phases, and runner-up brings in another R$31.5 million. If he wins the title, the total prize could exceed R$90 million, with R$73.5 million being awarded to the champion.
The Copa do Brasil is one of the most profitable competitions on the Brazilian calendar, and Flamengo is looking to repeat the feat of 2022, which would guarantee significant value for the club's coffers.
Summary of prizes guaranteed so far:
Third phase: R$ 2.205 million
Round of 16: R$ 3.465 million
Quarter-finals: R$ 4.515 million< /p>
Semi-finals: R$ 9.45 million
Runner-up: R$ 31.5 million
Champion: R$ 73.5 million
Commentator believes that Mengão was better than Alviverde during the transfer market, which also makes them the favorite to win the Libertadores.
07 Set 2025 | 14:06 |
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Former player Vampeta analyzed the Brazilian football scene after the transfer window closed and left no doubt about his prediction: for him, Flamengo is the big favorite to win the Brazilian Championship , ahead of Palmeiras and Cruzeiro.
Vampeta on Flamengo and Palmeiras' windows: "Flamengo's window, for me, is much more interesting"
Commenting on the investments, Vampeta highlighted that Palmeiras spent around R$700 million, but didn't bring in any names that justified such a figure, with the exception, in his view, of Andreas Pereira . Flamengo , on the other hand, according to him, was more strategic, spending less than half that amount and bolstering its squad with internationally renowned players.
" Flamengo spent half, and you can identify all these players . Samuel Lino has a long history with Atlético Madrid. Emerson Royal played for Tottenham and Milan. Carrascal is called up to the Colombian national team. Saúl played for Atlético and the Spanish national team for many years."
In the former player's view, Flamengo's transfer window was superior: "Flamengo's transfer window, for me, is much more interesting. They brought in top-tier players at lower prices. At Palmeiras, only Andreas Pereira occasionally makes the national team . To be worth R$700 million?!"
Flamengo is seeking its fourth Libertadores title, an unprecedented feat so far, as among the Brazilian teams that have already won three titles, only "Mais Querido," Palmeiras, and São Paulo remain in the competition . Vampeta recalled the rivalry between the clubs and emphasized that São Paulo remains a dangerous contender.
"There are eight champions left. It could be Flamengo, which had fewer titles. Will São Paulo maintain its hegemony of being the first to win more than everyone else? There will be that rush as well. For the Brazilian Championship, I think São Paulo will finish in the top seven. In the Libertadores, São Paulo will surpass LDU. I don't know if Palmeiras will surpass River Plate."
According to a journalist, the Mais Querido coach rejected the first renewal offer, but talks are ongoing; the impasse revolves around salaries.
07 Set 2025 | 13:41 |
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Bayer Leverkusen's target has been Filipe Luís, who has rejected Flamengo's first contract renewal offer . The initial obstacle stems from the young coach's salary , as he remains in talks with the Flamengo board.
According to journalist Fabrício Lopes of the newspaper O Dia, in addition to a salary increase, Filipe Luís is asking for improvements to his coaching staff and the club's training center . These demands are central to the current negotiations.
Despite Bayer Leverkusen 's (GER) interest, there is optimism behind the scenes that the parties will reach an agreement soon. Filipe Luís's priority is to remain in Brazil until at least 2027 , continuing the work he began in his first season as coach.
Currently, the coaching staff led by Filipe Luís receives approximately R$800,000 per month , a figure far from the top salaries paid in Brazilian soccer. According to Jorge Nicola, Palmeiras' Abel Ferreira leads the rankings with R$3 million per month, followed by Corinthians' Dorival Jr., who earns approximately R$2 million.
In charge of the Rio de Janeiro club, Filipe Luís has played 63 official matches, winning 43, drawing 16, and losing only six . In 2024, he won the Copa do Brasil and, this year, leads the Brazilian Championship with Flamengo , cementing a promising start to his coaching career.
Even after the end of the transfer window, the red-black board continues to keep an eye on the market and sees Lazio's Argentine striker as a priority.
07 Set 2025 | 13:31 |
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Flamengo remains active behind the scenes, even after the last transfer window closed. The Rio de Janeiro club was one of the biggest investors in Brazilian football this year, with high-profile signings , but failed to secure the arrival of a more mobile center forward, which was one of the board's main goals.
Among the names considered was Argentine Taty Castellanos , currently with Lazio in Italy. Talks progressed at one point, but the Italian team refused to release the striker for negotiations.
According to the portal The Laziale, Flamengo has once again placed Castellanos among its strategic targets for 2026. The expectation is that the red-black board will make a new attempt to sign him in January , during the pre-season.
At 26, the striker is seen as a market opportunity and, according to the publication, would be willing to return to South America . He also welcomes the possibility of playing for Flamengo in the near future.
While monitoring the international market, coach Filipe Luís is expected to once again rely on striker Juninho. The player, who was close to leaving the team this summer, ended up staying and should gain more space in the squad rotation throughout the season.
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