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16 Set 2025 | 15:30
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Since Tite's arrival at Flamengo, coexistence with Gabriel Barbosa has never been the most friendly. Although there was respect, the relationship was distant, without great affinities. The fight that occurred between the club and the athlete on the afternoon of last Monday (13), is a tip of the story that has been going on for months.
As determined by the journalist Pablo Raphael from Gazeta do Urubu, rumors of heated discussions never materialized; however, the number 99's dissatisfaction with the technical management was evident. Tite's preference for other players, such as Pedro and Carlinhos, generated discomfort, even though the attacker maintained respect for the squad.
BOARD AND CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS COMPLICATED
Internally, Gabigol's relationship with the Flamengo leadership began to be mediated by Braz and Spindel, while Rodolfo Landim took little part in the negotiations. The termination of a five-year contract with an increase, already agreed before Tite's arrival, undermined trust between the parties. The situation was worsened by the doping case, which caused discontent among the board, generating significant distance.
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SPECULATIONS ABOUT THE FUTURE IN OTHERS CLUBS
Despite speculation involving clubs like Palmeiras, the striker was never close to an agreement. On the other hand, Cruzeiro emerges as the strongest candidate to sign Gabriel. Financial proposals, guaranteed ownership and the friendly relationship with the celestial fans are factors that attract the player. Still, his desire to remain in an environment that respects his CRF trajectory remains strong.
BRAZILIAN SELECTION AND THE DREAM OF 2026
Gabriel still dreams of the possibility of representing Brazil in the 2026 World Cup. With a one-year contract offered by Flamengo, the striker believes that the lack of contractual security can harm your trajectory and limit your chances with the national team.
POLITICAL SITUATION AND THE FUTURE IN MENGÃO
Gabigol's removal, after a controversial statement during the title, added to the political context at the club, puts the player's continuity at Flamengo is at risk. There are signs of wear and tear, and without efficient dialogue between the parties, the cycle may be close to an end, unless a turnaround changes the outlook.
The women's team receives reinforcements from athletes who competed in the World Cup in Thailand and begins a training phase before the Brazilian Cup, Carioca Championship and Super League.
16 Set 2025 | 17:34 |
Sesc Flamengo already has a full squad ready to begin its preparations for the season's main competitions. Last Monday (15), the club welcomed names eagerly awaited by the fans: winger Helena , opposite Tainara, middle blocker Lorena and libero Laís, bronze medalists at the World Championships in Thailand, as well as Serbian middle blocker Maša Kirov, who also played in the Asian tournament and is one of the group's new additions.
While coach Bernardinho leads the Brazilian men's national team at the World Cup in the Philippines, the Rio de Janeiro team is under the command of assistant Helio Griner. He is leading the training sessions in preparation for the new squad's first challenges . This Friday (19), at 5 pm, the team faces Batavo Mackenzie in a closed-door training match at the Army Physical Education School (EsEFEx), in Urca.
Next week, Sesc Flamengo officially debuts its season with the Taça Brasil, which will take place from September 23rd to 25th in Londrina, Paraná. The tournament will also feature the home team, Sancor Maringá, and Gerdau Minas, at the Moringão gymnasium.
The Campeonato Carioca begins on October 1st, while the Superliga begins on the 20th . Assistant Helio Griner highlighted the importance of the athletes' adaptation period: "We've been training for a few months, but this year we had many players called up to national teams, in different categories. Four of the adults and Maša arrived from the World Cup and will gradually adapt," he said before adding.
"It's an exciting time. The team has been revamped, and I believe we're capable of competing for major titles. Now, we have to respect each other's limits to finish this week strong and have a good tournament next week," he said.
Judge Renato Guarino Martins' decision complied with the request of the Rio de Janeiro Public Prosecutor's Office (MP-RJ) after a BEPE report pointed to multiple episodes of vandalism by the Rio de Janeiro team's organized supporters.
16 Set 2025 | 17:14 |
The Rio de Janeiro Court ruled on Tuesday (16) that the organized fan group Jovem Fla is banned from attending stadiums for a period of two years. The decision was made by Judge Renato Guarino Martins, responding to an injunction requested by the Public Ministry of the State of Rio de Janeiro (MP-RJ) after new episodes of violence were recorded in early September.
The Specialized Stadium Policing Battalion (BEPE) released a report describing several incidents involving members of Jovem Fla . Among the incidents were reports of fans jumping train turnstiles , damaging a train station, and walking on the tracks, delaying the train's journey.
The Military Police also reported that members of the organized group were caught surfing on buses in the Cidade de Deus and Niterói regions. Fights were also reported on Avenida Brasil, near São Cristóvão, heading towards Maracanã Stadium.
According to the lawsuit, one of the members urinated on a police armored vehicle and posted on social media that he "wanted to cause trouble." A merchant also reported the theft of two cases of beer and two cases of soda from the stadium's North Sector.
BEPE also reported the assault suffered by Vasco fans in a bar on Rua Alfredo Valadão , in Copacabana. The court also sent a letter to the Public Prosecutor's Office with information about new episodes of violence involving other organized fan groups, such as Fúria, Força Jovem do Vasco and Jovem do Botafogo .
Mengão faces the Argentine team with important absences that could impact the team's lineup and strategy at Maracanã this Thursday (18)
16 Set 2025 | 15:49 |
Flamengo will have significant absences in this Thursday's (17) clash, at 9:30 pm, against Estudiantes, at Maracanã, for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores . Among the big names that will be left out are midfielder Jorginho, full-back Alex Sandro and midfielder Pulgar.
Jorginho will miss the match against Argentina due to muscle swelling in his left thigh . Alex Sandro continues to recover from a left calf injury, while Pulgar is in the final stages of treatment after surgery on his right foot and will still require at least two weeks of physical therapy before returning to the squad.
With these absences, the coach will have to assemble a team with alternatives for midfield and left back. The likely starting lineup includes: Rossi; Royal (Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saúl, De La Cruz (Allan), Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro.
The absences could influence Flamengo 's game strategy, as they seek to advance to the Copa Libertadores semifinals. The return leg will be next week in La Plata, Argentina, against Estudiantes.
Striker Bruno Henrique and full-back Varela are the main names expected to return to the team after being absent last Sunday (14), against Juventude, for the Brazilian Championship. Both trained normally with the team this Tuesday (16).