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Flamengo has a completely "secret" lineup before the Brasileirão, the base squad is outlined

Mengão prioritizes winning the Brazilian Championship and wants to start the competition by adding three points at Maracanã this Saturday

 Flamengo is preparing for its debut in the 2025 Brasileirão against Internacional at Maracanã. Check out the details of the lineup and absences. (Photo/CRF)
Flamengo is preparing for its debut in the 2025 Brasileirão against Internacional at Maracanã. Check out the details of the lineup and absences. (Photo/CRF)

28 Mar 2025 | 18:56 |

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Flamengo begins its journey in the 2025 Brazilian Championship this Saturday (29), at Maracanã, against Internacional . Coach Filipe Luís and his technical committee have been working hard during the week to select the best available in the squad and seek victory in front of the red-black fans.


The match will be played at 9pm (Brasília time) and marks CRF's first challenge in the competition. Expectations are high for the team to secure the first three points and get off to a good start in the fight for the Série A title . Both teams are on a roll after winning their respective state championships and are seen as strong contenders for the national trophy.


TOTAL FOCUS ON THE BRAZILIAN LEAGUE


At Ninho do Urubu, the board of directors and coaching staff agreed that the Campeonato Brasileiro would be the season's priority. After lifting the Carioca trophy, Filipe Luís took advantage of the following two weeks to adjust the team and improve the tactical aspects. Despite having a qualified squad, the coach will need to overcome some important absences. The idea, however, is to field the most competitive team possible so as not to lose points at the start of the tournament.

ABSENCES FOR THE PREMIERE


The Mais Querido will have significant absences for the match. Midfielder Danilo suffered a new muscle injury and is out of the match against Internacional. In addition, midfielder Arrascaeta returned from the Uruguayan national team with a physical problem and will also be unable to play. Both are still recovering, with no forecast for their return to the field.

Other doubts for the match are Bruno Henrique and Alex Sandro. Both have undergone recovery processes and are in the final stages of physical reconditioning, and could appear as options on the bench. Pedro and Viña are still undergoing treatment after undergoing surgeries and will still need more time before returning to action.

Despite the absences, Filipe Luís already has a defined base for the debut . Mengão should go to the field with Rossi in goal; Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro (Varela) in defense; Erick Pulgar, Gerson and De La Cruz in midfield; Luiz Araújo, Gonzalo Plata and Juninho in attack. The official lineup will be confirmed after training this Friday (28), at Ninho do Urubu, the last activity before the debut. Filipe Luís intends to observe the available players and evaluate the best options to make up the starting team.


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What time is Flamengo's game today?

Atlético-MG and Mengão face each other this Wednesday (6), at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte, in a decisive duel for the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil

Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at 7 pm, at Arena MRV, looking to reverse Minas Gerais' advantage in the Copa do Brasil - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at 7 pm, at Arena MRV, looking to reverse Minas Gerais' advantage in the Copa do Brasil - photo: reproduction

06 Ago 2025 | 12:58 |

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Flamengo takes the field this Wednesday (6) looking for a comeback against Atlético-MG , after a 1-0 defeat at Maracanã. The ball rolls at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV , with live broadcast on Sportv and Premiere channels. The team led by Filipe Luís needs a victory by two goals to advance directly to the quarterfinals. If they win by one, the decision will go to penalties.


Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo were not included in tonight's match. The coaching staff opted to rest them to manage their physical load ahead of the intense series of matches. Despite the absences, Flamengo is confident in the strength of its squad to seek qualification away from home.


ATLÉTICO-MG PLAYS FOR A DRAW


After a 1-0 win in the first leg, despite playing at Maracanã, Atlético-MG arrives in high spirits for the decisive clash. Cuca's team is also coming off a win over Bragantino in the Brasileirão and is looking to maintain its good form in front of its home crowd.

PROBABLE LINEUPS


Atlético-MG (Coach: Cuca)

Everson; Saravia, Lyanco, Alonso and Arana (Scarpa); Alexsander, Alan Franco, Scarpa (Igor Gomes); Ron, Hulk and Cuello.

Flamengo (Coach: Filipe Luis)

Rossi; Emerson Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino and Pedro.




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What is Atlético-MG's likely lineup to face Flamengo? See

Mengão goes to Arena MRV to try to reverse the result of the first leg against Galo at Maracanã and qualify for the Copa do Brasil

Check out Atlético-MG's likely lineup to face Flamengo in the Copa do Brasil - Photo: Daniela Veiga/Atlético-MG
Check out Atlético-MG's likely lineup to face Flamengo in the Copa do Brasil - Photo: Daniela Veiga/Atlético-MG

06 Ago 2025 | 12:45 |

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Flamengo and Atlético-MG face each other again this Wednesday (06), in a duel valid for the return of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The ball rolls at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV , in Belo Horizonte, and is worth a place in the quarterfinals of the tournament.


ATLÉTICO-MG'S PROBABLE LINEUP


Coach Cuca has already outlined the starting lineup for the match against Rubro-Negro . The trend is for a full-strength Galo squad, bolstered by key returns. The likely starting lineup includes : Everson; Saravia, Lyanco, and Junior Alonso; Alan Franco, Gabriel Menino, Igor Gomes (Alexsander), and Gustavo Scarpa; Cuello, Rony, and Hulk.


GALO'S SHORTAGES AND RETURNS

For the decisive match, Atlético-MG will be without Patrick (lower back injury), Cadu, and Caio Maia (both with right knee injuries). However, the coach has important reinforcements : Guilherme Arana, recovered from a muscle injury, has been released. Dudu was granted a stay of absence by the Superior Court of Justice (STJD) and will be able to play specifically in the Copa do Brasil.


WHERE TO WATCH ATLÉTICO-MG X FLAMENGO

The match will be broadcast live throughout Brazil on SporTV (pay TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) . Gazeta do Urubu keeps you updated on all the details of the match, with complete pre- and post-match coverage on our website.

HOW WAS THE FIRST GAME?

In the first leg, held last Thursday (31), Flamengo was defeated by Atlético-MG by 1-0 , at Maracanã. Now, Filipe Luís' team needs to win away from home by two or more goals to guarantee a direct place in the quarterfinals. If they win by just one goal, the decision will be on penalties.


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Postponed? The Deliberative Council will hold a meeting for Flamengo's stadium.

With the Maracanã concession won last year, the project for Mengão's new home could be left aside by the club.

Flamengo Stadium may be postponed after Deliberative Council meeting - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Flamengo Stadium may be postponed after Deliberative Council meeting - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

06 Ago 2025 | 11:56 |

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Next Monday (11), Flamengo's Deliberative Council will meet to discuss important issues related to the club's future . The main topic on the agenda will be the concession of Maracanã, currently shared with Fluminense, but the focus of the meeting should go beyond the partnership with the tricolor rival.


President Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as BAP, will present to the board members the reasons why the club's new stadium project is not financially viable at this time . The club is expected to opt for Maracanã as its main home , putting the construction of its own arena on hold.


Rodolfo Landim on Bap's proposed postponement of Flamengo's stadium: "It's killing the project"
GASOMETER PROJECT FACES OBSTACLES


The Gasômetro site, in central Rio de Janeiro, was acquired by the previous administration, led by Rodolfo Landim, but ran into bureaucratic hurdles and a lack of progress with the city government . The former president even expressed concern about the project's future.

"It's killing the project. If it doesn't move forward, the mayor won't get the law approved . He'll have to negotiate with Caixa to return the land. There's a huge risk, not a small one. The only reason it didn't happen is because the mayor is patient. All it takes is for the mayor to say, 'I'm tired,'" Landim declared in an interview with Rádio Tupi.


According to CNN, the estimated cost of building the stadium exceeds R$2 billion. Despite Flamengo 's financial strength, this investment would represent a considerable impact on the club's coffers , with the potential to even affect professional football, the club's main asset.

PRIORITY IS MARACANÃ

With the Maracanã concession secured for nearly two decades, the current administration believes this is a time for caution. According to Bap, the idea is to use this period to further strengthen the club and, in the future, reassess the viability of its own stadium.

"The stadium is important, it's a dream, but we've been waiting years for the training center. It took us over 20 years to build it. I've owned the Maracanã for 19 years. So, I have 19 years to do this. We need to achieve a lot, fill our coffers . When there's more clarity and money, we'll make the decision," the director stated.



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