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Flamengo U20 goes to Acre for the opening of the Arena Pantanal - check it out

. The friendly between Flamengo and Santa Cruz is not just a game, but a celebration of sport

Flamengo U20 goes to Arena Pantanal this Sunday (Photo / CRF)
Flamengo U20 goes to Arena Pantanal this Sunday (Photo / CRF)

24 Nov 2024 | 05:33 |

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The Arena da Floresta had not hosted official games for over two years. Since January 2023, the stadium has remained closed by the Acre Court due to the lack of technical reports that would guarantee the safety of the space. The last football event at the location took place on May 8, 2022, in a match valid for Series D of the Brazilian Championship. Now, after an extensive period of renovations, the stadium is ready to once again host sporting and cultural events.


According to official information, the renovation of Arena da Floresta cost approximately R$5 million. The revitalization of the stadium was led by the local administration, with secretary Ney Amorim leading the efforts to make the space functional again. The reopening is not only a victory for sport in Acrebut also a symbol of recovery for the local community, which considers the stadium a cultural heritage.


EXPECTATIONS AND PROCESSES


The confrontation enter Flamengo and Santa Cruz, which will take place at 5:00 pm (Brasília time), brings expectations not only for the sporting spectacle, but also for the symbolic impact of the event. For Flamengo's under-20 team, the match represents an opportunity to continue promoting talent and consolidating the club as a reference in player development. For Santa Cruz, the friendly symbolizes a moment of connection with their fans on a historic occasion.

THE EVENT THAT STOPPED THE CITY 


The choice of Flamengo< /b> as a guest at the reopening reflects the club's prestige on the national scene. The under-20 team, with its tradition of revealing big names, contributes to the interest of the local public and to the appreciation of the event. Furthermore, the presence of Rubro-Negro at Arena da Floresta demonstrates the stadium's relevance for Brazilian football, even outside the major centers.

This Sunday's match marks the beginning of a new chapter for Arena da Floresta, which returns to the sporting scene after years of structural challenges. For Flamengo, it is another opportunity to reinforce its position as a protagonist in the Brazilian football and inspire young athletes. The friendly between Flamengo and Santa Cruz is not just a game, but a celebration of sport as an element of unity and regional development.


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Farewell? Matheus Gonçalves makes a statement after Flamengo vs. Barcelona: "It was my last..."

The youth academy standout was present in the conquest of the intercontinental title and is now looking for a place in the squad led by Filipe Luís

Matheus Gonçalves lifts the U-20 World Cup trophy after a penalty shootout victory over Barcelona at the Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Matheus Gonçalves lifts the U-20 World Cup trophy after a penalty shootout victory over Barcelona at the Maracanã - photo: reproduction

24 Ago 2025 | 11:47 |

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In a packed Maracanã, Flamengo beat Barcelona on penalties 6-5 , after a thrilling draw in normal time, and secured their second U-20 World Cup title this Saturday (23). The victory consolidated the good moment of the red-black youth team, which once again overcame one of the main clubs in Europe .


Among the protagonists was Matheus Gonçalves , who had a special afternoon. The striker, about to say goodbye to the category, celebrated the achievement with emotion: "It was special. We were raised together since we were little, it has a special taste. My last title with the under-20. I have to congratulate Léo (Nannetti, goalkeeper) and Bruno (Pivetti, coach). It's the second Intercontinental and we are two-time champions. Very happy for everything", he declared.


MATHEUS GONÇALVES HAS COMPETITION


At 20 years old, having turned 20 on August 18th, the attacking midfielder will dedicate himself exclusively to the first team under Filipe Luís . In 2025, he made 15 professional appearances , including three goals in the Campeonato Carioca.

Despite the confidence of the coaching staff, Gonçalves has only played 313 minutes on the field this season , making his streak difficult due to the strong competition for position with Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino and Gonzalo Plata.


EUROPEAN TEAMS MONITOR THE PLAYER

Interest in Matheus Gonçalves isn't new. The player was nearly traded to Cruzeiro for €3.5 million, but the deal fell through . However, foreign clubs remain vigilant: CSKA Moscow (Russia) and Olympiacos (Greece) are evaluating the possibility of formalizing offers before the international window closes in September.


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You can still get it! Learn how to get tickets for Flamengo vs. Vitória

More than 50,000 fans are expected to support Mais Querido, who will face the Bahian team this Monday in the Brasileirão.

More than 35,000 tickets sold for Flamengo vs. Vitória at Maracanã; attendance expected to exceed 50,000 fans - photo: reproduction
More than 35,000 tickets sold for Flamengo vs. Vitória at Maracanã; attendance expected to exceed 50,000 fans - photo: reproduction

24 Ago 2025 | 11:29 |

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Flamengo takes the field this Monday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time), to face Vitória at Maracanã. The red-black fans promise to make a difference again, with more than 35 thousand tickets sold in advance . The expectation is that the public will surpass the 50 thousand mark present at the stadium. Tickets are still available for all sectors of the stadium, which reinforces the chance of a great party in the stands of the 'Sacred Temple'.


Those wishing to watch the match at the stadium can purchase tickets at ingressos.flamengo.com.br . Prices for the general public range from R$80 (R$40 half-price) to R$400 (R$200 half-price) . Members receive special discounts.


FLAMENGO DEFENDS LEADERSHIP


Flamengo heads into the match as the clear leader of the Brazilian Championship, with 43 points. Filipe Luís's team is enjoying a positive run , having gone six games unbeaten in the national competition.

Last week, the team secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores by eliminating Internacional and, before that, beat the same opponent 3-1 at Beira-Rio, consolidating its good form in the current season.


VITÓRIA FIGHTS TO GET OUT OF THE Z-4

Vitória currently sits in 17th place in the table with 19 points. In their last match, they drew 2-2 with Juventude at Barradão Stadium . Previously, they lost 2-0 to São Paulo at Morumbis Stadium.


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Former Flamengo player Wesley scores and wins man of the match award on his Roma debut

The 21-year-old full-back scores in the second half, sealing the victory over Bologna and celebrating his first goal in the Roma shirt of the 25/26 season.

Former Flamengo player Wesley scores on his debut as a starter for Roma and secures victory in the opening round of the Italian Championship - photo: reproduction
Former Flamengo player Wesley scores on his debut as a starter for Roma and secures victory in the opening round of the Italian Championship - photo: reproduction

24 Ago 2025 | 10:55 |

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The 2025/26 Italian Championship started this Saturday (23) with a former Flamengo player standing out. 21-year-old right-back Wesley scored for the first time in a Roma shirt and secured a 1-0 victory over Bologna at the Stadio Olimpico.


The goal came just seven minutes into the second half. After a play from the right, the ball fell to Wesley inside the box. The Brazilian made no mistake: he fired a right-footed shot past the goalkeeper and sealed the victory for Roma.


The match against Bologna was Wesley's third in a Giallorossa shirt. Before the official match, he played two preseason friendlies, against Lens and Aston Villa. In his Serie A debut, the player earned the coach's trust and was named in the starting lineup.


MILLION DOLLAR SALE OF FLAMENGO

Wesley was traded to Flamengo in July of this year for a fixed fee of €25 million (approximately R$163 million) . The deal also includes bonuses for goals that can reach an additional €5 million (R$32 million). This makes the transaction the fourth-largest transfer in Flamengo's history, behind only the deals involving Vinicius Júnior, Lucas Paquetá, and Reinier.


BASE TWO-TIME WORLD CHAMPION

Flamengo's youth academy is known for developing big names. Thus, the team became two-time world champions last Saturday afternoon (23), winning the title in the final against Barcelona . The match went to penalties after a 2-2 draw in normal time.


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