FLAMENGO THINKS OLARIA IN THE LAST ROUND OF THE RIO U-15 CUP; VASCO WILL BE THE NEXT RIVAL

After the 1-1 draw between Flamengo e Vasco, Tite took more than an hour to attend the post-game press conference, leaving journalists and fans curious about the reason for the wait. When finally starting the press conference, Flamengo's coach explained that the delay was a consequence of a need to process the result and balance his emotions.

According to Tite, the red-black team's performance during the classic was positive, but the score it didn't reflect what he expected from the game. "My delay was precisely to assimilate the team's great performance, but the lack of results", stated the coach. He highlighted that he was visibly uncomfortable with the draw, which led him to seek calm before talking to the press: "I was upset, that's why it took me so long to come. I have to balance myself to talk to you."

This is not the first time that Tite admits to needing time to control his emotions after matches that do not bring the expected result. The coach, known for his meticulousness, tends to be thoughtful in his statements, avoiding making hasty analyzes right after games, when emotions are still running high.

The draw in the classic between Flamengoand Vasco was particularly frustrating for Tite, who hoped to leave with the three points. Despite recognizing the team's good performance on the field, the final result was not what was desired, generating frustration not only for him, but also among the fans, who had high expectations for the match.

Coach Tite, from Flamengo, confirmed that Gabigol, one of the club's recent idols, now occupies third place in the team's attack. The decision sparked discussions among fans and experts, but, according to the coach, the choice was based on technical criteria and recent performance. During a press conference, Tite was asked about the change in the attack hierarchy and explained the reasons that led him to prefer other players in front of Gabigol. “Training, games, specifically.

Carlinhos decisive against Bolívar. Carlinhos decisive against Atlético Mineiro, with a goal. Decisive against Vitória. That's why the option was made", said the coach, highlighting Carlinhos' recent performances as a key factor in his decision.

This change in command of the attack reflects Tite's management style, which values ​​performance and meritocracy. Since arriving at Flamengo, the coach has adopted a discourse that no one has a guaranteed place in the team, regardless of name or history. This can be clearly seen in this decision, in which a player like Gabigol, who was once crucial. in Flamengo's recent titles, he loses space to a colleague who is going through a good phase.

FLAMENGO HAS ITS OWN

Carlinhos, the new holder of the position, has shown himself to be decisive in important matches , as Tite highlighted. Against Bolívar, Atlético Mineiro and Vitória, he played a fundamental role in the success of Flamengo, whether with goals or participation in important plays. These factors were enough to guarantee the coach's preference in placing him as the main option in attack.

Gabigol's situation, on the other hand, seems to reflect a phase of adaptation to the new command. Although he is a renowned player and beloved by the fans, his current phase has not been as brilliant as that of other periods of his career. In training and games, according to Tite, Gabigol has not been able to stand out to the point of regaining his starting position.

This Monday (20), sub's 15 and 17 of Flamengo met their opponents in the semi-finals of the Copa Rio.

The clashes have already been defined, and the U-15 faces Vasco, while the team led by Filipe Luís plays against Botafogo.

The under-15 Garotos do Ninho qualified in third place, with 23 points, and for this reason they will have to face Vasco, who finished the classification phase in second place, with 24 points. Remembering that Mais Querido beat Cruzmaltino in the classification phase by the score of 3 to 1.

The semi-final games between Flamengo and Vasco will be on 25/05, at 3 pm, with field command from Mais Querido, and the return will be held on 01/06, at 3 pm, with field command from the Cruzmaltina team.

The under-17s of Rubro-Negro, led by Filipe Luís, qualified for the Copa Rio semifinal in fourth place, with 21 points, and will face Botafogo, who finished first, with 24. Unlike the under-15 campaign, Mais Querido lost to black and white in the group stage, 3-2.

The clashes between Flamengo and Botafogo will be held on 25/05, at 3pm, with field command from Rubro-Negro, and the return will be on 01/06, at 3pm, with command from alvinegro.

It is worth noting that dates and times may change, whether for the U-15 or U-17. This is because the matches are scheduled for the same day, place and time.