Will Flamengo vs. Cruzeiro be on Globo? Where to watch the Brasileirão

Carlo Ancelotti was asked about calling up Nottingham Forest striker Igor Jesus to the Brazilian national team . The Italian coach highlighted the player's characteristics and compared his style to that of Flamengo striker Pedro .

Ancelotti compares Flamengo's Pedro to Igor Jesus: "The national team needs other attackers with this profile"

"Igor Jesus is a striker with a distinct personality. The national team, in an important competition like the World Cup, needs a center forward with this profile : strong in the box, good in the air, a fighter, and quality in duels. I saw his game against Betis and really liked it, that's why I called him up," said Ancelotti.

He then reinforced the importance of having players with this style: "I think the national team needs other attackers with this profile. It could be Kaio Jorge, Pedro from Flamengo ... because sometimes you control the game , cross a lot of balls, and you need a center forward," the Italian concluded.

WAS PEDRO SUMMONED?

Despite the mention, Ancelotti did not call up Pedro. For the national team's upcoming matches, the center forwards chosen were Igor Jesus, Matheus Cunha, and Richarlison. Pedro has not been called up to the Brazilian national team since August 2024, when he suffered a serious injury that sidelined him for seven months after rupturing a knee ligament .

FLAMENGO ON FIFA DATE

No Flamengo players have been called up for Brazil's matches against South Korea and Japan . Therefore, coach Filipe Luís will have a full squad during the FIFA International Day in October. Despite this, other South American teams have yet to announce their squads.

RUBRO-NEGRO'S NEXT CHALLENGE

With Pedro available, Flamengo is preparing to face Cruzeiro this Thursday (02), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship . Mengão is the leader of the Brasileirão with 54 points, four more than Raposa, who is in third place.

After making his mark at Flamengo, it's time for a reunion. For the first time since leaving the club, Gabigol will face the "Mais Querido" at Maracanã . Before the match, the striker took social media by storm with a post that intrigued both the nation and Cruzeiro fans.

MYSTERY ON SOCIAL MEDIA

The player posted a photo of a cleat with a heart divided into two: half red, half blue. The image sparked different interpretations . Some believed it represented the striker's connection with Flamengo and Cruzeiro. Others, however, saw a personal message, suggesting that Gabriel and Rafaella Santos, Neymar's sister, were expecting a child.

FANS' REACTIONS

Speculation took over the internet:

• “ Is it Flamengo and Cruzeiro or is it a son ?”, wrote a fan.
• “I thought of Flamengo and Cruzeiro. You thought of a girl or a boy ,” joked another.
• "He said he was going to pay homage to Flamengo. That's why he wore the colors of Flamengo and Cruzeiro ," said a third.

GABIGOL ON THE FIELD?

Despite the expectations, Gabigol is expected to start the game on the bench. The starting spot belongs to Kaio Jorge, the competition's top scorer and a key player in attack for Leonardo Jardim's team. The former Flamengo player has even publicly called for more playing time.

The duel between Flamengo and Cruzeiro takes place this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Rubro-Negro leads the Brasileirão with 54 points , while the Minas Gerais team occupies third place, with 50, but with one more game.

Revealed by Flamengo, Rodrigo Muniz has signed a contract extension with Fulham in England. The deal, which now runs until June 2030, reinforces the London club's confidence in the 24-year-old striker , who has established himself as an important member of the team.

FROM RESERVE TO PROTAGONIST

Muniz arrived at Fulham in the 2023/24 season and was initially an option on the bench for Raúl Jiménez . Over time, however, he earned his place and is now considered crucial by coach Marco Silva. To date, he has played 76 games, scored 22 goals, and provided four assists for the English club.

FULHAM'S STRATEGIC BUSINESS

The renewal, reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano , was seen as a strategic move by Fulham . The board rejected offers in the last transfer window, including from Champions League contenders Atalanta, believing in the striker's potential for growth.

NEXT GAME

After beating Cambridge United 1-0 in the Carabao Cup, Fulham returns to the field this Friday (3) in the Premier League . Away from home, the team faces Bournemouth at 4 pm (Brasília time), at the Vitality Stadium, for the seventh round.

AND FLAMENGO?

While Rodrigo Muniz is in great form in England, Flamengo is preparing to face Cruzeiro this Thursday (02) , at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship. Mengão is the leader of the Brasileirão with 54 points, four more than Raposa, who is in third place.