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0Portuguese striker Jota, currently playing for Al-Ittihad from Saudi Arabia, was seen in Gávea watching the Rio U-17 Cup final between Flamengo and Vasco. The player, who has stood out in international football, took the opportunity to attend the decisive match between the two big Rio clubs.
Jota's presence at the event caught the attention of fans and the press, highlighting his interest in Brazilian football and, in particular, in the youth categories. The final, which brings together young promises in the sport, is an important showcase for future talents, and the participation of an internationally renowned player only increases the visibility of the competition.
FLAMENGO IN THE EYES OF THE BIG STARS
Jota, who recently transferred to Al-Ittihad, has shown a good performance at the Saudi club. His move to the Middle East was seen as a surprise by many, as the player was being scouted by European clubs. However, he has adapted well to the new environment and shown that he can make a difference in any championship.
Jota's presence in Gávea can be seen as a way of staying connected with football. high level and also to observe new tactics and players who could stand out in the future. Furthermore, events such as the Copa Rio U17 final offer a chance for experienced players like him to reflect on their own trajectories and inspirations.
The former striker gave an interview to Charla Podcast this past Tuesday (14), the date which marked 30 years since his announcement by Rubro-Negro
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0Romário was announced by Flamengo as the club's new reinforcement on January 14, 1995. At the time, the striker had been voted the best player in the world, where he was champion with the Brazilian team and winner of the Ballon d'Or, deciding to leave Barcelona to return to Brazil and defend the Sacred Mantle. This Tuesday (14), the moment turned 30 years old, and the former number 11 gave an interview, getting emotional remembering it.
"Today is a special day in my life, 30 years since I returned to Brazilian football, to Flamengo. Cleber, Michel, Plínio, thank you for bringing me here. (voice chokes). I spent a hell of a lot of time here, I'm even... (starts crying)", he said on the Charla Podcast.
At the time, Flamengospent 4.5 million dollars plus taxes (25%) to make the hiring. This value corresponds to R$25 million, an unrealistic amount for signing athletes in current football, especially when it comes to the current best in the world. In comparison, the fine to remove Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid is 1 billion euros (R$ 6.22 billion).
ROMÁRIO'S PASSAGE IN FLAMENGO
Romário arrived at Mais Querido to much celebration from the red and black fans. Defending the Sacred Mantle, between 1995 and 1999, he played 240 matches and scored 204 goals, taking fifth place among Rubro-Negro's top scorers.
Despite not having won major titles with the Sacred Mantle, some of them involved Romário, who was two-time Carioca champion (1996 and 1999), won the World Champions Cup (1997) and the Mercosul Cup (1999).
The teams will face each other this Thursday (16), in the second round of Carioca, at Estádio Amigão
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0Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday night (16), at 6:30 pm, when they face Madureira, for the second round of the Campeonato Carioca, in Campina Grande. In this way, the 'Tricolor Suburbano' striker, Minho, highlighted the importance that the confrontation against Mais Querido will have, and projected his team's victory.
“It's an important game for the club and for the athletes too, a victory against Flamengo raises the level of our team. We have to be focused, we cannot relax at any time. We know what football is like, we have our chances of getting a positive result and we will go after it next Thursday”, he said.
Minho debuted with the Madureira shirt in the team's 2-0 victory over Volta Redonda, on Sunday (12), and was the author of the assist for the first goal. He celebrated the good performance and said that the result gives confidence for the next games.
“Very happy to collaborate with my team, but the most important thing was our victory. Starting the competitions with three points is essential for the group to gain more confidence and do well in the next games. It was a difficult match, Volta Redonda has a great team, but our group was very focused on what we had to do and we had a great performance”, said Minho.
FOCUS ON THE NEXT GAME
General Severiano's team won the first triumph in the competition this past Tuesday (14)
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0On Tuesday night (14),Botafogoopened the second round of theCampeonato Carioca. General Severiano's team hosted Portuguesa-RJ at the Nilton Santos Stadium and won 2-0, with goals from Kauê in the first half and Kayke in the second.
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1st Madureira – 3 points and 2 balance
2nd Botafogo – 3 points and 2 balance
3rd Boavista – 3 points and 1 balance < /p>
4th Maricá – 3 points and 1 balance
5º Portuguesa-RJ – 3 points and -1 balance
6th Vasco – 1 point and 0 balance
7ºNova Iguaçu – 1 point and 0 balance
8º Fluminense – 1 point and 0 balance
9º Sampaio Corrêa-RJ – 1 point and 0 balance
10th Flamengo – 0 point and -1 balance
11th Round Round – 0 points and -2 balance
Botafogo didn't take long to open the scoring. That's because, Kauê scored at the Nilton Santos Stadium in the 20th minute of the first half. Finally, Kayke increased it to 2-0, making General Severiano's team win their first victory in the competition.
ROUND SEQUENCE
In this Wednesday (15), three games continue the second round of Carioca. At 3:45 pm, Maricá welcomes Boavista at Estádio João Saldanha. Immediately afterwards, at 6:30 pm, Nova Iguaçu and Sampaio Corrêa-RJ face each other at Estádio Laranjão. Finally,Volta Redonda and Fluminensemeasure forces at Raulino de Oliveira, at 9:45 pm.