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14 Set 2024 | 09:48 |
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This Sunday (15), Maracanã will be the stage for another Classic of Millions, at 6:30 pm, for the 26th round of the Brasileirão. The clash between Flamengo and Vasco marks the reunion of the teams after the historic 6-1 defeat imposed by Rubro-Negro in the first round. Since then, both teams have undergone significant changes.
During the week, Flamengo and Vasco secured their places in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. Flamengo beat Bahia 1-0, with a goal from Arrascaeta, while Vasco, despite a 2-1 defeat to Athletico-PR, advanced on penalties. Now, Flamengo will face Corinthians, and Vasco will face Atlético-MG. If both advance, the final will recall the 2006 clash, when Flamengo won its second title in the competition.
Flamengo and Vasco lineups in the 6x1:
Flamengo: Rossi; Varela (Wesley), Fabrício Bruno, David Luiz and Viña; Allan (Pulgar), De la Cruz and Arrascaeta; Gerson (Luiz Araújo), Pedro (Gabigol) and Everton Cebolinha (Bruno Henrique).
Vasco: Léo Jardim; Maicon (João Victor), Léo, Puma Rodríguez (Zé Gabriel); Sforza (Paulo Henrique), Galdames, Payet (Praxedes) (Victor Luis), Lucas Piton, Rossi (Rayan) and Vegetti.
Flamengo's goals in the rout were scored by Everton Cebolinha, Pedro, David Luiz , Arrascaeta, Bruno Henrique and Gabigol.
Changes at Flamengo: Although the base of the team led by Tite remained until September, the environment at Flamengo suffered from turbulence. The 6-1 defeat was the last game before the Copa América, which directly impacted the course of the season and contributed to the wear and tear of the squad. With five starting players called up, the team was without most of its athletes for nine rounds of the Brasileirão.
Despite this, Flamengo maintained a positive balance in the table, boosted by the victory over Vasco. However, the number of muscle injuries increased significantly, and wear and tear affected the team. Among the starters in the seventh round game, three suffered serious injuries: Everton Cebolinha, Viña and Pedro underwent surgery and are only expected to return in 2025.
Léo Ortiz, hired to reinforce the defense, ended up standing out in another role due to absences. The former Bragantino player established himself as a midfielder and became a key player in the team. Léo Pereira, who did not play in the 6-1 due to injury, resumed his place alongside Fabrício Bruno after recovering.
During the second semester transfer window, Flamengo went to the market to make up for losses due to injury, announcing the signings of Michael, Charly Alcaraz, Alex Sandro and Gonzalo Plata. However, for Sunday's game, Michael and Alcaraz will not be available, as both are out due to injury and suspension, respectively.
Changes at Vasco: In the defeat suffered by Flamengo, Vasco debuted Portuguese coach Álvaro Pacheco, whose tenure was short, lasting just four matches, including the 6-1. After three defeats and a draw, he was fired. Rafael Paiva, then under-20 coach, took charge and brought improvements to the team.
Under new management, Vasco left the relegation zone and currently occupies ninth place in the Brasileirão, in addition to being qualified for the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil.
Vasco also made moves in the transfer window, with emphasis on the arrival of Philippe Coutinho. He played just four games before suffering an injury and contracting Covid-19, making him doubtful for Sunday's game. Alex Teixeira, Souza, Emerson Rodríguez, Jean David and Maxime Dominguez were also signed. On the other hand, Medel, Zé Gabriel and Praxedes are no longer part of the cast.
Only the South Sector, Level 2, still has tickets available for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores round of 16, which promises to welcome more than 60,000 fans.
11 Ago 2025 | 14:11 |
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After beating Mirassol 2-1 in the Brazilian Championship , Flamengo turns its attention to the duel against Internacional, this Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The match marks the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores and is expected to bring more than 60 thousand fans to the stadium.
Currently, only the South Sector, Level 2, has tickets available. Full tickets cost R$140 and half-price tickets cost R$70. Members receive discounts , and the Nação Maraca 1 plan guarantees tickets for R$35.
North: R$ 160 (half R$ 80) – Sold out
South: R$ 140 (half R$ 70) – Available
Upper East: R$ 180 (half R$ 90) – Sold out
Lower East: R$200 (half R$100) – Sold out
Lower West: R$200 (half R$100) – Sold out
Maracanã Plus: R$600 (half-price R$337.50) – Sold out
After the victory over Mirassol and a Sunday off, the red-black squad returned to work this Monday (11) , at CT Ninho do Urubu. Under the command of Filipe Luís , the athletes trained in the morning with full attention in preparation for the knockout clash at Maracanã.
This Wednesday's match will be crucial for Flamengo to secure a strong result before the return leg in Porto Alegre. The support of the fans at Maracanã will be a key asset for the team to achieve its goal of remaining in contention for the continental title.
The 31-year-old striker, formerly of Mais Querido, arrives for free after leaving Al-Ettifaq and reinforces Dorival Júnior's squad for the rest of the season.
11 Ago 2025 | 14:00 |
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Corinthians made official, this Monday (11), the signing of striker Vitinho. After passing the medical exams, the player signed a contract valid until December 31, 2026. The athlete was free on the market since leaving Al-Ettifaq, from Saudi Arabia , and arrives without transfer costs.
" I'm very happy and very grateful to God and Corinthians for this opportunity . It's an honor to be here wearing the Corinthians jersey. The expectations are immense. I want to be on the field as soon as possible. Be with the Faithful, be with my teammates, and achieve the club's goals," Vitinho told the club's official website.
At 31, Vitinho will be another option for coach Dorival Júnior in attack. In Saudi Arabia, he played 65 matches, scored 12 goals, and provided 10 assists. Discovered by Botafogo in 2011, the striker quickly attracted attention and, in 2013 , transferred to CSKA Moscow, where he remained until 2018.
During this period, he spent two years on loan at Internacional, totaling 84 appearances, 18 goals, and nine assists. At the Russian club, he scored 18 goals and provided nine decisive passes before joining Flamengo in 2018.
After his experience in Russia, Vitinho was signed by Flamengo, where he participated in historic campaigns and won significant titles . Among them, two Copa Libertadores (2019 and 2022) and two Brazilian Championships (2019 and 2020) stand out, as well as trophies from the Copa do Brasil, Supercopa do Brasil, Recopa Sudamericana and Campeonato Carioca.
The red-black board presented a proposal with a salary increase and is awaiting a response from the coach, who remains focused on the competitions.
11 Ago 2025 | 13:41 |
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Flamengo has already begun talks with Filipe Luís and his agent to renew his contract for another season. Despite mutual interest, the final decision rests with the coach , who has chosen to wait before giving a response, prioritizing performance in current competitions.
The club's board presented a proposal that includes a salary increase and an extension of the contract until December 2026, with the possibility of automatic renewal for another year. The coach's contract currently runs until the end of 2025 , and there is internal optimism that a positive outcome will be achieved.
Filipe Luís wants to extend his winning streak at Flamengo , pursuing victories such as the Copa do Brasil, Campeonato Carioca, and Supercopa do Brasil as a coach. However, he admits that playing in European football remains a personal dream, despite his strong ties to the Rio de Janeiro club.
Although they haven't yet secured the symbolic title of the first round, their 2-1 victory over Mirassol last Saturday brought Mengão very close to achieving a significant feat for their fans. If they beat Sport in a postponed match from the 12th round, the team could end the first half of the championship with 43 points, surpassing the 42 they achieved in 2019 under Jorge Jesus.
Next Saturday, Filipe Luís will complete 60 games as manager of the team . His record is 38 wins, 15 draws, and six losses, resulting in a 72.9% success rate—the best since Jorge Jesus, who achieved 81.6% between 2019 and 2020.
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