MEMORIES: FLAMENGO TRIUMPHS IN THE CLASSIC OF THE MILLIONS AND WINS THE TWENTY-SIXTH CARIOCA TITLE

In a year of unprecedented achievements, the Under-20 Boys from the Nest reached another important milestone in 2024: 100 goals scored in 56 games. An average of 1.76 goals per match. With this offensive power, Flamengo goes to Saquarema, in the Lagos Region, to face Boavista in the first game of the Carioca semifinal. The ball rolls at 2:45 pm, at the Elcyr Rezende stadium, in Bacaxá, broadcast by FlaTV.

The century-old milestone was achieved by the U20s in the first leg of Carioca's quarter-finals against Nova Iguaçu, outside the house. Guilherme and Wallace Yan scored in the victory that practically guaranteed Mengão in the semifinals. The goals are counted from the following competitions in which the category was represented: Copa São Paulo de Futebol Junior, Libertadores, Copa Rio, Brasileirão, Mundial and Carioca.

“It’s great to reach these goals. This means beautiful teamwork. We know how to kill the opportunities we have. And on Saturday you can expect a very competitive team that is much stronger than before. We're going to fight to get to the final” said striker Wallace Yan, top scorer in the category who has played in different roles in attack and has 20 goal contributions.

56 GAMES

37 WINS

6 DRAWS

13 DEFEATS

100 GOALS FOR

56 GOALS AGAINST

10 GOALS - WALLACE YAN;

9 GOALS – ADRIEL;

7 GOALS – IAGO;

6 GOALS - FELIPE TERESA, GUILHERME;

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5 GOALS – SHOLA;

4 GOALS - RODRIGUINHO, VICTOR SILVA;

3 GOALS - LORRAN, ZÉ WELINTON;

2 GOALS - DANIEL ROGÉRIO, GUSTTAVO, FELIPE LIMA, MATHEUS GONÇALVES, LUCAS OLIVEIRA, GERMANO, CAIO GARCIA;

1 GOAL - LUCAS SILVA, VICTOR THIAGO, CARBONE, JEAN CARLOS, RAFAEL COUTO, ISAQUE, PEDRO LEMOS, BILL, THIAGO MEDEIROS, PEDRO LEÃO, MENEGATTI, LUIS AUCÉLIO;

10 PASSES - WALLACE YAN;

6 PASSES – GUILHERME ;

5 PASSES – SHOLA;

4 PASSES – JEAN CARLOS;

3 PASSES – FELIPE LIMA, THIAGO MEDEIROS, DANIEL SALES, FELIPE TERESA;

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2 PASSES - VICTOR SILVA, ZÉ WELINTON, LUCYAN, LUIS AUCÉLIO, GERMANO, LORRAN;

1 PASS - CAIO GARCIA, DANIEL ROGÉRIO, MENEGATTI, DA MATA, AINOÃ, IAGO, RODRIGUINHO, GUSTTAVO, GUSTAVO KRUG, PEDRO LEÃO, GERMANO, FELIPE VIEIRA.

In the Carioca U20 Championship, Mengão was led by both Filipe Luís and Raphael Bahia, coach of U20 B. Bahia, In fact, he led the team in more games this year (21 games), and therefore, 40% of the goals scored were with him in the technical area, indicating participation both in the season and in the category's campaign that reached the semi-finals of Carioca.< /p>

Boavista and Flamengo are broadcast exclusively on FlaTV direct from Saquarema, which will be live from 2:15 pm this Saturday (21). Go after them, Mengão!

Flamengo will have a very alternative team for the clash against Grêmio, this Sunday (22), for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. Departure will be at 6:30 pm, in Porto Alegre. In addition to the 12 players saved for the clash with Peñarol, Gabigol is also not on the list of players listed for the duel with the team from Rio Grande do Sul, as reported by journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira.

In addition to the players, Rubro- Negro will not take some members of the Technical Committee, such as assistant Matheus Bachi, and club professionals, to the match. They will continue training with the players who will remain in Rio de Janeiro.

With this, the team that coach Tite should start the match with is: Matheus Cunha, Wesley, David Luiz, Cleiton and Ayrton Lucas; Evertton Araújo, Allan and Alcaraz; Matheus Gonçalves, Carlinhos and Lorran.

Despite a certain appeal from the fans, Flamengo is not considering dismissing Tite before the return game of the Libertadores quarter-finals. However, depending on the result in Uruguay, the coach's situation may change.

This Friday (20), in fact, the red-black directors intend to hold a meeting with the coach present, with the objective of evaluating what happened in the first game against Peñarol, at Maracanã. Furthermore, Flamengo's top management also plans to align solutions to reverse the result in Uruguay and achieve classification away from home.

Flamengo has outlined its initial formation for the clash against Boca Juniors, in a duel that promises to raise the temperature on the courts. With Franco Balbi leading the charge, accompanied by Gui Deodato and Gabriel Jaú, the team is looking for a decisive victory against their Argentine opponent. The presence of Kayo Gonçalves and Devon Scott adds a layer of power and versatility to the team, which is preparing to face one of the most formidable challenges of the season.

The clash between Boca Juniors and Flamengo transcends the boundaries of sport , delving into historic rivalries and fierce rivalries. For Flamengo, the challenge is twofold: not only securing victory to consolidate their position in the table, but also overcoming an opponent whose reputation precedes their name. Under Balbi's leadership, the team seeks not only the glory of triumph, but also the affirmation of its superiority against one of the most respected opponents on the continent.

Franco Balbi, with his unparalleled ability to control the pace of the game, emerges as a fundamental piece in Flamengo's strategy. His keen vision of the game and passing skills are the backbone that keeps the team cohesive and agile at crucial moments. Alongside him, Gui Deodato and Gabriel Jaú add a constant threat to opposing rims, with their ability to convert long-distance baskets and create timely plays.

However, the presence of Kayo Gonçalves and Devon Scott does not may be underestimated. With their imposing stature and both defensive and offensive skills, the two players provide Flamengo with a dominant presence in the paint, making the team a force to be reckoned with in all areas of the court. Whether blocking crucial shots or converting offensive rebounds into points, Gonçalves and Scott represent the essence of the team's determination and perseverance.

On the other hand, Boca Juniors presents itself as a formidable opponent. With a history rich in tradition and a legacy of success in South American competitions, the Argentine team represents a considerable challenge for Flamengo. Their relentless defense and well-crafted offensive skills will test the limits of the Brazilian team's stamina and skill.

However, for Flamengo, the battle transcends statistics and historical records. It's a matter of pride and determination, a testament to your ability to triumph under pressure and overcome adversity. As the court lights come on and players prepare to take action, the stakes are more than just a basketball game - it's the chance to make history and assert your position as a powerhouse on the sporting scene. international.