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GABIGOL CHANGE AUTOGRAPH SIGNATURE AND ADD NUMBER 99

The striker was welcomed by Flamengo fans present at the entrance of the hotel in Manaus

22 Mai 2024 | 05:28 |

Flamengo arrived in Manaus on Tuesday night to face Amazonas, at Arena da Amazônia the following day. After the controversy surrounding the Corinthians shirt, Gabigol was welcomed by fans present at the venue and signed autographs with the 99, the new number for the season.

Gabigol went into the arms of Flamengo fans present at the hotel entrance in Manaus. With celebration, the center forward took the opportunity to take photos and autograph the shirts with the number 99, the new number for the season, after being banned from using the number 10, after the punishment.

UNDERSTAND THE CASE

Last Thursday (16), Gabigol held a barbecue at his own home, in Barra da Tijuca. However, the player was photographed wearing a Corinthians shirt and surrounded by alcoholic drinks. Therefore, the situation gained great repercussion, generating revolt among red and black fans.

As a result, the board of Flamengo acted quickly. On Friday (17), the red-black club announced the punishments against Gabigol. The center forward had a 10% reduction in salary, based on the CLT. Finally, he was unable to use Mais Querido's number 10 shirt in tournaments in which change is possible, such as the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Brasileiro.

SITUATION OF THE CONFRONTATION WITH AMAZONAS

Flamengo won the first game against Amazonas 1-0, with a goal from Pedro. In fact, the clash marked Gabigol's return to the field, after being suspended from football for his involvement in the attempted doping test fraud. However, despite the score, the players and coach Tite left the pitch under boos.

Therefore, the red and black team will play for a draw this Wednesday (22). On the other hand, Amazonas needs to win by at least one goal to take the decision to penalties. If they defeat Mais Querido by two or more goals, they guarantee a place in the round of 16.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

GABIGOL CHANGE AUTOGRAPH SIGNATURE AND ADD NUMBER 99