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01 Ago 2025 | 18:31
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The permanence of Gabriel Barbosa, known as Gabigol, as Flamengo's starter has been a topic of debate among fans and experts, especially after his recent performances. The striker, who built a solid career at the club with decisive goals and appearances in important titles, has been going through a phase below expectations. Despite his successful record, his performance in the last matches sparked discussion about his continued position as the team's absolute starter.
Journalist Venê Casagrande, known for his accurate and connected analyzes of Flamengo's daily life, also entered the debate. In one of his last appearances on sports programs, Venê commented on Gabigol's current situation, pointing out that the striker, although he still has prestige for what he has already delivered, needs to raise his level of performance to justify his position in the starting eleven. The journalist highlighted that keeping Gabigol in the starting lineup is something that depends on the balance between his record and what he is currently producing on the field.
A HOPE FOR GABIGOL
According to Venê Casagrande, it is undeniable that Gabigol has a trajectory which justifies its relevance in the cast. However, football is a sport based on current performance, and the striker's sequence of less inspired games raises doubts about the best way to use him in the team. "It's not just about who he was or what he's achieved, but who he is today and what he can still offer the team," said the journalist. He also concluded by saying that the charge on Gabigol is proportional to the level that the player himself has reached, and, therefore, there is an expectation that he will once again be decisive as before.
THE CHOICE FOR A SUCCESSFUL RESUME
Other A highlighted point in Venê's analysis is the competition within the squad. With other attackers on the rise, such as Pedro and Bruno Henrique, who have also shown their importance, keeping Gabigol as a starter needs to be reviewed in terms of meritocracy. For the journalist, the Flamengo coach, whoever he is at the moment, needs to make decisions based on what is best for the team, and not just out of gratitude to the past. "It's a difficult choice, but Flamengo needs the best on the field at the moment, and that means analyzing game by game", said Venê.
In addition to Casagrande's opinion, some numbers may justify this debate. In comparisons with other moments of his career at Flamengo, Gabigol has recorded fewer direct participation in goals and, in some games, his movement on the field has not had the expected effect. For the journalist, this does not mean that the attacker should be discarded or that his phase cannot be reversed, but it is necessary for the player himself to see this situation as an opportunity to evolve and look for alternatives in his playing style.
After a good performance in his debut with just one training session, the newly signed striker could start playing for Mais Querido in the match against Vozão
01 Ago 2025 | 19:40 |
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Samuel Lino's debut for Flamengo caught the attention of the coaching staff and fans. Even with only one day of training before the match against Atlético-MG, the striker demonstrated personality, initiative in his plays, and a good understanding of the game. Despite the 1-0 defeat at Maracanã, Lino was the most dangerous player in the Mais Querido's attack, even having a goal disallowed late on.
The good impression left in the debut reinforced the possibility of Samuel Lino starting among the starting 11 in the match against Ceará, this Sunday (3) , at 6:30 pm, at Arena Castelão, for the 18th round of the Brasileirão. Coach Filipe Luís still leads a final training session this Saturday, but the tendency is to select the best he has available.
Flamengo is expected to have key players back, including Arrascaeta, Bruno Henrique, and Jorginho, who were rested for the final knockout match. On the other hand, the squad will be without Pedro and Wallace Yan , who are serving suspensions. Lino's entry appears to be a natural alternative to add depth and speed to the attack.
The coaching staff sees Samuel Lino as a player capable of offering greater unpredictability in attacking plays . His one-on-one prowess could be crucial in breaking down tight defenses, a recurring challenge faced by the Mais Querido in recent rounds of the Brazilian Championship. The expectation is that, with greater chemistry, the striker will gain even more prominence.
If Filipe Luís opts to field a full-strength lineup, the red-and-black lineup could include: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Allan, and Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique . Flamengo is looking to bounce back in the Brasileirão and sees Lino's performance as a potential key to getting back to winning ways.
The Colombian midfielder has already undergone medical examinations, signed a contract with the club and even visited Maracanã, but negotiations depend on documentation.
01 Ago 2025 | 19:10 |
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Colombian midfielder Jorge Carrasca is close to being officially announced by Flamengo, but the deal still depends on bureaucratic procedures. Dynamo Moscow, the Russian club that holds the player's rights , has not yet submitted the final documentation to complete the transfer.
Despite this, Carrascal has already undergone medical examinations in Rio de Janeiro , was approved and signed a contract with Mais Querido. The red-black board, however, is still waiting for the paperwork from Russia to officially confirm the new reinforcement. As of the afternoon of last Friday (1), the document had not yet arrived.
Even without an official announcement, Jorge Carrascal was present at the Maracanã stadium during Flamengo 's victory over Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil. The athlete's presence highlights that the final stages of the negotiations are well advanced, with only the Russian formalization remaining to complete the process.
To facilitate Carrascal 's arrival, Flamengo agreed to pay 12 million euros (approximately R$77.5 million) . Negotiations with Dynamo Moscow lasted more than a month and only progressed after Mengão adjusted the payment terms, as required by the European club.
After a 1-0 loss at Maracanã, Mais Querido will have to overcome Galo away from home to continue in the Copa do Brasil; the full-back predicts a decisive duel
01 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |
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Flamengo started the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil at a disadvantage, after losing 1-0 to Atlético-MG on Thursday night (31), at Maracanã. Despite having more possession, the team led by Filipe Luís was unable to break down the opposing defense and saw their rivals take the lead in the knockout match. The result puts pressure on Mais Querido, who will need to reverse the situation away from home to advance in the competition.
After the derby , full-back Guillermo Varela analyzed the team's performance and already predicted the decisive match against Atlético-MG. For the player, a narrow advantage doesn't determine qualification, but he believes a high-intensity atmosphere will emerge in the second leg.
Varela predicts Flamengo vs Atlético-MG: "It will have to be at war"
"We know Atlético-MG is a great team, with great players. They're doing their part, trying to distract us. It's part of the game too. There (in Minas Gerais), it's going to be a battle. We only have one goal advantage. We haven't discussed anything yet; we'll analyze what we did well and poorly. We have Sunday first, which is very important for us. Then, this decision. It's still open," said Varela .
Despite dominating possession, Mengão struggled with their opponent's efficiency . The only goal came in the 20th minute of the second half, after a mistake by Léo Pereira , which resulted in Cuello's goal. The home defeat forces the Rio de Janeiro team to seek a victory by two or more goals in the second leg to avoid elimination in the round of 16.
The reunion between the teams already has a set date. Flamengo and Atlético-MG will face each other again next Wednesday (06) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV. Filipe Luís ' team needs to win by two goals to qualify directly, or by one goal to take the decision to penalties.
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