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19 Ago 2025 | 21:26
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Recently, Rubro-Negro chartered a flight to bring back some of its players who played at Data FIFA, such as Varela, Arrascaeta, De La Cruz and Gonzalo Plata, after the match between Uruguay and Ecuador. However, the club denied space for Uruguayan midfielder Facundo Bernal, a Fluminense player, who also needed to return to Brazil after representing his national team.
Fluminense, aware of the logistics already prepared by Flamengo, tried to negotiate the inclusion of Bernal on the flight. Tricolor was willing to pay for a place for its athlete, seeking to facilitate the player's return to Rio de Janeiro without him facing any greater difficulties. However, according to information released, Flamengo took days to respond to the request made by its Rio rival.
UMA RINCHA BEHIND THE SCENES
When Flamengo finally responded to Fluminense's request, the response was negative. The club claimed that the charter flight was completely full and that, therefore, there was no space for Uruguayan midfielder Facundo Bernal. This refusal generated some frustration on the part of Fluminense, who hoped that, by covering Bernal's costs, they would be able to guarantee the athlete's return on an already established flight.
This situation brought to light tension between Rio clubs, highlighting how regional rivalries can extend beyond the pitch. Although FIFA dates are challenging times for all clubs, especially due to the absence of their main players, Flamengo's refusal to assist Fluminense generated discomfort, as both clubs compete in important competitions and need their players in ideal conditions. as quickly as possible.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN?
It is worth highlighting that, with the tight calendar of Brazilian football, the quick return of players who serve their national teams becomes a differentiator for clubs. Flamengo, which currently has prominent South American players such as Arrascaeta and De La Cruz, understands the importance of having its athletes as soon as possible, which motivated the charter of the flight. On the other hand, Fluminense, in a similar situation, hoped that Flamengo would be able to give up space for Bernal, even for a fee, which did not happen.
The new agreement will bring the Rio de Janeiro club R$268 million per year and positions the team among the biggest contracts in world football with the betting house.
19 Ago 2025 | 23:38 |
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Flamengo's Deliberative Council approved, this Tuesday (19), the master sponsorship contract with Betano , one of the global leaders in sports betting. The link will begin on August 20, 2025 and will remain valid until December 31, 2028 , guaranteeing the club R$268 million per season. The agreement is considered the largest ever signed in national football.
The partnership includes brand exposure on the uniforms of the professional team and also on Olympic sports such as volleyball, basketball, and women's soccer. Additionally, the company will be featured on Flamengo TV content, expanding commercial integration and global visibility. The board emphasizes that the agreement is not limited to financial support, but opens doors to new business opportunities.
With values comparable to those of European football giants, the contract brings Flamengo closer to clubs like Real Madrid, PSG, and Barcelona. For comparison, Flamengo's partnership surpasses sponsorships from clubs like Ajax, whose partnership with Ziggo generates only €8 million (approximately R$51 million) per year. This amount places the Brazilian team in 10th place in the world rankings for largest sponsorship deals.
This Wednesday (20), at 8:30 am, president Luiz Eduardo Baptista , known as Bap, will be live on Flamengo TV alongside Guilherme Augusto Figueiredo, General Director of Betano Brasil. The conversation will be led by João Guilherme and will cover the details of the negotiation considered historic.
The striker is accompanying the delegation to Porto Alegre for the match against Internacional, but is experiencing a period of uncertainty and low minutes.
19 Ago 2025 | 22:44 |
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Striker Juninho traveled with the Flamengo squad to Porto Alegre, where the team faces Internacional this Wednesday (20) , for the decisive clash of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. However, the player's use is not yet confirmed . Out of the last match against Colorado for the Brazilian Championship, the center forward lost space in recent weeks and was not related in three consecutive games, including the first leg duel at Maracanã.
Internally, the club's board is evaluating the athlete's future, as he has received inquiries from Saudi Arabian football clubs, with loan proposals rejected by the club. Previously, Juninho was close to a move to Sevilla earlier this year.
Negotiations, however, were halted after coach Filipe Luís intervened, contacting the striker to convince him to join Mengão's project. The investment was substantial: R$37.2 million to acquire the number 23, who currently has no place on the team.
In 2025, Juninho played 22 matches for Flamengo , scoring just three goals and providing no assists. He played 726 minutes that season, almost always sporadically used by Filipe Luís. In the Carioca Championship, he appeared in eight matches and scored two goals.
He has already played six times in the Brasileirão, without finding the net. In the Libertadores, he played four games and scored one goal , while in the national cups and the Club World Cup, he failed to stand out.
Colorado will have important reinforcements such as Alan Patrick and Carbonero to face Flamengo in a decisive duel at Beira-Rio
19 Ago 2025 | 21:40 |
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Internacional has announced the players selected for the game against Flamengo , valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The match will be played this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. Colorado needs to win by two goals to qualify directly. If they win by just one goal, the decision will go to penalties.
The big addition to the Rio Grande do Sul delegation is striker Carbonero, who has recovered from a left thigh muscle injury. He's competing for a starting spot with Tabata, who returns from suspension. Another important addition is midfielder Alan Patrick, the team's captain , who was rested for the last Brasileirão match and is once again a key player in creating attacking plays.
Internacional's likely starting lineup to face Flamengo should include Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Wesley, Alan Patrick and Carbonero (Tabata); Ricardo Mathias.
Goalkeepers: Anthoni and Rochet
Full-backs: Aguirre, Alan Benítez and Bernabei
Defenders: Clayton Sampaio, Juninho, Victor Gabriel and Vitão
Defensive midfielders: Alan Rodríguez, Bruno Henrique, Luis Otávio, Richard, Ronaldo and Thiago Maia
Midfielders: Alan Patrick, Gustavo Prado, Romero and Tabata
Forwards: Borré, Carbonero, Ricardo Mathias and Valencia
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