The number 99 has been gaining opportunities
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In the recent clash against Bahia, in the second game of the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil, Flamengoguaranteed its qualification for the semi-finals with a narrow 1-0 victory. However, what caught the most attention was the performance of Gabigol, who, even with Pedro's departure due to injury, still failed to stand out and live up to the fans' expectations. This scenario reignited discussions about his role in the team, especially under Tite's command.
The match against Bahia was the first since the arrival of Tite, a coach who has high expectations from Flamengo fans. With Pedro out of action, the expectation was that Gabigol would take on a greater role, especially in his role as a centralized striker. However, the coach made a different choice during the game: instead of positioning Gabi as the classic number 9, Tite chose to use him in a deeper role, which limited his finishing opportunities.
A NEW GABIGOL
In the post-game press conference, Tite explained this decision. According to the coach, Gabigol has the ability to perform two roles on the field: as a reference striker, that is, a center forward, and also as a player who plays further back, articulating plays and distributing passes. Tite highlighted that these are the positions in which the number 99 can play with greater efficiency, something he had already observed during Gabigol's time with the Brazilian team.
“He can play behind a number 9 or as the 9. These are his two functions. We have already seen this both here and in the National Team. In this game, with Bruno Henrique already worn out, Gabigolended up playing deeper, centralized, helping with creation. I don't see him playing like he did at Santos. He works and trains for these two roles”, explained the coach.
Gabigol's performance has not been the best. His last goal came on July 20, against Criciúma, from a penalty kick. Since then, the attacker has shown difficulties in finding his way to the net. And, with Pedro's departure, fans expect him to take on a more decisive role. However, this hope did not materialize in the game against Bahia, generating even more questions about his future at the club.
The teams play the first game of the quarterfinals at 7 p.m.
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Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores.
Follow the Red and Black lineup:Rossi, Varela, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Pulgar, De la Cruz, Gerson and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.
Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:
"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."
Match starts at 7pm this Thursday
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Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.
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The club has nurtured its athletes to prevent injuries
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This Saturday (14), the Flamengoadopted a strategy of preserving some of its main players during training. Fabrício Bruno, Arrascaeta and Bruno Henrique were spared from part of the activities in order to control the load of physical effort, thinking about tomorrow's duel. Although they did not fully participate in the training sessions, the trio are confirmed as starters in the match.
The decision to preserve the athletes is in line with common practices in modern football, where monitoring workload is essential to avoid injuries, especially in players who usually play in most games and are in decisive phases of the season. This type of management is particularly important at times when the calendar becomes tight, with consecutive games.
FLAMENGO HAS "PRECAUTION "Fabrício Bruno, the team's defender, has been a fundamental piece in the red and black defense, and its preservation in training indicates the concern of the medical department and the technical committee in keeping the athlete in the best conditions for the confrontation. Arrascaeta, Uruguayan midfielder, is one of the team's creative pillars, responsible for organizing and articulating offensive plays. Bruno Henrique, in turn, is one of the most dangerous attackers in the squad, with a combination of speed and skill that often makes the difference in games.
The choice to spare these three athletes reflects careful preparation for the game, with a focus on ensuring they are fully fit by the time the kick-off whistles. The measure aims to avoid unnecessary wear and tear in training activities, while ensuring that players are ready to perform to the maximum during the 90 minutes of the match.
The practice of load control is increasingly frequent in elite clubs, especially in teams that compete in several competitions throughout the year. In the case of Flamengo< /a>, who has a schedule full of commitments both in the Brazilian Championship and in other competitions, it is crucial to balance rest time and work on the field to avoid losing athletes due to physical issues.
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