The Vasco midfielder will face the red and black on his return to Brazil
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This Sunday (15), midfielder Philippe Coutinho may have the chance to meet Flamengo, wearing the Vasco da Gama shirt, after a long wait of 14 years. Expectations are high, as the player passed the physical test carried out on Saturday and should be among the reserves in the classic. Although Coutinho has built a distinguished international career, he has still not managed to beat Rubro-Negro in professional matches.
To date, Coutinho has faced Flamengo on two occasions, both in 2010. In the first, in a match valid for the Carioca Championship, Vasco was defeated 1-0. The second meeting took place in the semi-final of the Taça Rio that year, again with Carioca. Vasco was eliminated after losing 2-1, in a game played at Maracanã. Coutinho was on the field for 61 minutes, but was unable to help his team avoid elimination.
This duel Sunday has symbolic weight for Coutinho. In addition to being an opportunity to break the streak of victories against the rival, it is also a moment of affirmation in his return to Brazilian football, after spells at clubs such as Inter Milan, Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich. At 32 years old, the midfielder is looking to rediscover the good football that made him famous on the international stage and can use the classic as a turning point in his current phase.
Coutinho is a player recognized for his technical ability and vision game, characteristics that made him stand out among European clubs. However, since returning to Brazilian football, he has not yet reached the level of performance expected. The season has been one of ups and downs, with some injuries and difficulties in adapting. Despite this, it remains one of Vasco's main bets for the continuation of the Brazilian Championship.
The match between Vasco and Flamengo is one of the most anticipated classics in Brazilian football. The "Classic of Millions", as it is known, always brings a great emotional charge and expectation. Vasco, in a season of reconstruction and fighting against relegation, sees Coutinho's return as hope for better performance and recovery in the championship. Flamengo, which is going through a more stable phase, enters the field with the mission of maintaining its recent superiority in the confrontation.
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 full-back made his debut for Mais Querido after 13 years in Europe
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Last Sunday, Alex Sandro experienced one of the most memorable moments of his career when he debuted at Flamengo, during an important classic. In a post on social media, the player expressed his gratitude to the fans and highlighted the special meaning of finally wearing the red and black shirt, something he always wanted.
Alex Sandro did not hide his emotion when describing the debut for the club as the realization of a long-time dream. The player, who has already played for other teams, had been waiting for the opportunity to join Flamengo's squad. For him, playing for the Rio team goes beyond sporting issues: it is an opportunity to connect with one of the most passionate fans in Brazil, something he valued in his message.
With a solid career so far, Alex Sandro was already used to big games and intense rivalries, but the weight of a classic for Flamengo brought a different emotion. The player highlighted, in his publication, that the support of the fans was essential, highlighting that fans are a crucial part of the team's success. The tone of the post, in addition to celebrating the moment, reflected the respect and importance he gives to the role of the fans in the team's performance.
Although Alex Sandro's debut was a personal milestone, the match in itself was also significant for Flamengo. The team faced one of its biggest rivals, and the player's presence brought new tactical possibilities to the team. During the 90 minutes, Alex Sandro showed ease, even though it was his first match in the Flamengo, signaling that it is ready to contribute to the team in future challenges.
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