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GABIGOL REVEALS REASON FOR NUMBER 99 AFTER LOSING FLAMENGO'S 10: "I ASKED FOR IT"

The striker gave an interview to UOL Esporte where he apologized to the fans

Photo: Reproduction/ Flamengo
Photo: Reproduction/ Flamengo

20 Mai 2024 | 11:17 |

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After the repercussion of the image where Gabigol appears dressed in the Corinthians shirt, the board of Flamengo decided to fine the attacker 10% of his salary and remove his number 10. Thus, after the punishment applied, the player decided to use the 99. According to the athlete, he chose the number himself.


"I asked for the shirt, I chose it. The 99 has several symbols that they will understand over time and that I understood quickly. I hope it's a new version, even more successful", said Gabigol, in an interview with the UOL portal. Furthermore, the striker also said that shirt number 10 always had an owner: Zico.


"Flamengo's number 10 always had an owner. I was just representing it. Flamengo's number 10 belongs to Zico and will always go be, regardless of which player will use it. What motivates me, from my heart, is the symbol that I carry in front of me, which is that of Flamengo. What I always want to pass on to them is the truth. Sometimes it means being quiet, needing my time, my moment. And coming here with an open heart to apologize", added the attacker.


CASE CLOSED FOR THE FAMENGO BOARD OF DIRECTORS


After fining Gabigol and removing his number 10, the board of Flamengo gives the case as closed. Thus, the attacker has already returned to normal activities with the rest of the Flamengo squad this Monday (20).

FOCUS ON THE NEXT COMMITMENT

With Gabigol available, the cast of Flamengodoes this Monday (20) the penultimate training session to prepare for the clash against Amazonas. Mais Querido takes the field next Wednesday (22), at 9:30 pm.


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Rubro-Negro faces the Argentines at Maracanã at 9:30 pm for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals, with important returns and doubts in the squad

Flamengo and Estudiantes face off today at 9:30 pm at Maracanã in the Libertadores quarterfinals - photo: reproduction
Flamengo and Estudiantes face off today at 9:30 pm at Maracanã in the Libertadores quarterfinals - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 11:27 |

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The Brazilian Championship's undisputed leader, Flamengo, returns to the field this Thursday (18) to face Estudiantes in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The match takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, with live broadcast on ESPN. The return duel is scheduled for September 25, at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata, also at 9:30 pm.


Coach Filipe Luís will have some key reinforcements. Varela and Bruno Henrique, who missed the win against Juventude, are available, as is Léo Ortiz, who served a suspension in the last round of the Brasileirão . Alex Sandro and Jorginho, on the other hand, are still doubtful, as they have been undergoing physical therapy and will have their status determined shortly before the match.


STUDENTS ARRIVE WITHOUT STAFF


Eduardo Domínguez's team will be without González Pirez and Edwuin Cetré, both injured. Even so, 27 players traveled to Rio de Janeiro for the match. The final training session took place at Fluminense's training center in the city's West Zone . In the round of 16, Estudiantes advanced by defeating Cerro Porteño 1-0 on aggregate.

PROBABLE LINEUPS


FLAMENGO (Coach: Filipe Luis): Rossi; Varela (Emerson Royal), Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saul, De La Cruz (Jorginho) and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.

ESTUDIATES (Coach: Eduardo Domínguez): Muslera; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez and Santiago Arzamendia; Ascacíbar, Gabriel Neves, Amondarain and Medina; Tiago Palacios and Guido Carrillo.


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With tickets sold out, check out the attendance forecast for Flamengo vs Estudiantes

With all tickets sold, the quarterfinals are expected to surpass 69,447 fans and record the highest attendance in 2025.

Flamengo and Estudiantes will have a packed Maracanã in the Libertadores quarterfinals, with record attendance expected in Brazil in 2025 - photo: reproduction
Flamengo and Estudiantes will have a packed Maracanã in the Libertadores quarterfinals, with record attendance expected in Brazil in 2025 - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 11:07 |

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Flamengo and Estudiantes face each other this Thursday (17), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Fans of both teams have sold out their tickets and promise a huge party in the stands , worthy of a decisive clash in the main club tournament in South America.


Flamengo is expected to break the attendance record in Brazil in 2025. The current record is held by the Rio de Janeiro club itself, which drew 69,447 fans in its draw with Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship . With high demand for tickets and the atmosphere of the final, the number is projected to be surpassed this Thursday.


MARACANÃ HAS THE LARGEST CAPACITY IN THE COUNTRY


Maracanã has a capacity of approximately 78,000 fans, making it the largest stadium in the country. However, due to mandatory separation between fans, not all seats are available . Even so, Flamengo usually reaches nearly 70,000 attendance when it reaches its record attendance, which is expected for this match.

Rubro-Negro reached the quarterfinals after eliminating Internacional , while Estudiantes advanced by defeating Cerro Porteño. The semifinal spot will be decided in the second leg in Argentina next week.


FLAMENGO LEADS RANKING
  • 69,447 – Flamengo 1x1 Grêmio
  • 69,393 – Flamengo 0x0 Fluminense
  • 68,483 – Flamengo 1x0 Internacional
  • 67,501 – Flamengo 4x0 Corinthians
  • 67,359 – Flamengo 2x0 Sao Paulo


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David Luiz defends Pedro after controversy with Filipe Luís at Flamengo

The defender was one of the striker's best friends while he was still in the squad and sees the situation with the coach as positive.

David Luiz spoke about the controversy between Pedro and coach Filipe Luís and praised his former teammate - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
David Luiz spoke about the controversy between Pedro and coach Filipe Luís and praised his former teammate - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

18 Set 2025 | 11:06 |

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Pedro faced behavioral issues under Filipe Luís at Flamengo and, at one point, was even left off the roster. However, the striker regained his place in the squad and was once again decisive. David Luiz came to the defense of the number 9, praising his teammate and responding to criticism .


David Luiz on the controversy between Pedro and Filipe Luís at Flamengo: "Nobody trains for a week and then starts scoring a goal"


"Pedro is an incredible player and a wonderful person. A friend, a brother. Often, in football and in life, people like to label others. They did that with Rodinei, treating him as a character and not as a player. With Pedro, they say he doesn't like training. But that's not the case . No one trains for a week and then scores goals. He was already dedicated beforehand," the defender said in an interview with LANCE!.


RELATIONSHIP WITH FILIPE LUÍS

According to David Luiz, the relationship between Pedro and Filipe Luís improved after the incident became public . Since then, the striker has returned to Flamengo 's starting lineup and has been instrumental in scoring important goals.


" After this public issue with Filipe, face-to-face dialogue became easier . Pedro is pure, he speaks his mind, and this helps us understand how to support him. Suddenly, he's back to doing what he always did: scoring goals. He deserves it, because he works for it. If he didn't work, he wouldn't have the numbers he's putting up," he added.

AVAILABLE AGAINST STUDIANTS

Pedro trained normally during the week and is confirmed among Filipe Luís' options for the duel this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, against Estudiantes (ARG), for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.


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