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Flamengo is experiencing one of the worst possible scenarios in the Libertadores! 60 thousand fans booed the team at half-time and at the end of the game
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Leaders unite in favor of classification
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After the recent defeat, the players of Flamengo demonstrated a speech of confidence and focus on recovery for the next challenges. Uruguayan Giorgian De Arrascaeta, the team's midfielder, emphasized the need to leave the negative result behind and direct all efforts towards the second leg. For him, Flamengo is fully capable of reversing the score, even after a performance below expectations.
Arrascaeta highlighted the impact of the goal conceded at the beginning of the match. According to him, the team lost emotional control when dealing with the disadvantage, which compromised performance throughout the match. “They scored a quick goal, we got out of control, we didn't know how to play with the disadvantage. But I'm convinced that we're going there to win the game”, said the player. The midfielder also highlighted the merit of the opponent in knowing how to manage the advantage obtained from the beginning of the game.
Next from Arrascaeta, midfielder Gerson also spoke about the situation of Flamengo. The player adopted a similar tone to his colleague, reinforcing that the team still has a chance of reversing the situation and seeking to qualify for the next phase. He highlighted the importance of a quick recovery, both physical and mental, so that the squad is prepared to face Grêmio, in a match valid for the Brazilian Championship, and then turn its attention to the decisive game in the Libertadores.
This positive mentality is essential for Flamengo, which is experiencing pressure on several fronts. In the Brazilian Championship, the team seeks to remain among the leaders, while in the Libertadores, it faces the need to overcome an adverse score to continue in the continental competition. Gerson highlighted that the key to recovery lies in mental strength and the ability to react quickly after an unfavorable result. According to him, it is essential that the team maintains focus and confidence, even in the face of difficulties.
The defeat, although painful, does not seem to have completely shaken the group's morale. Both Arrascaeta and Gerson demonstrate confidence in the team's ability to turn the situation around, as long as adjustments are made so that the mistakes made in the last game are not repeated. To achieve this, Flamengo will have to work on several areas, from tactical preparation to emotional control during the match.
The most beloved takes to the field against Grêmio at the weekend
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Last Thursday (19), left-back Alex Sandro returned to play in a football match Libertadores after 13 years of absence. However, the return did not go as he expected. Starting in Flamengo's 1-0 defeat to Peñarol (URU), at Maracanã, the player highlighted that the red-black team was caught in the defensive strategy set up by the opponent. Despite the negative result, Alex Sandro expressed optimism regarding the possibility of qualifying in the second leg, which will be played in Montevideo next Thursday (26).
In his statements after the game, the full-back acknowledged that Flamengo was unable to impose its style of play. According to him, the team fell into the "trap" prepared by Peñarol, who knew how to take advantage of the mistakes made by the Brazilian team. However, Alex Sandro made a point of highlighting that the team will be prepared for the decisive clash away from home.
"More from What to say, we have to do it. We know that we didn't present our best football today. We often entered the game that Peñarol wanted, we forgot to play our football, what we train, with the quality we probably have. The next game will be different, but we will face it, face the environment, which is very difficult to play in. However, we have experienced players and we will be prepared", said the number 26.
The point highlighted by Alex Sandro. reflects well what the match was like. Peñarol's coach, Diego Aguirre, put together a strategy based on a strong rebound, waiting for Flamengo to make mistakes before counterattacking. The plan worked. In the 12th minute of the first half, midfielder Erick Pulgar missed a pass in midfield, and Peñarol took advantage of the opportunity. Javier Cabrera didn't waste anything and scored the only goal of the game, guaranteeing the Uruguayan team's victory.
Throughout the match, Flamengo demonstrated difficulties in breaking through Peñarol's defensive block. The Brazilian team had more possession of the ball, but was unable to transform this dominance into clear scoring chances. The lack of creativity and individual failures weighed on the final result. Jorge Sampaoli's team was unable to find solutions to overcome the opposing defense and ended up suffering from a lack of effectiveness in attack.
This Thursday's game also marked a curious reunion for Alex Sandro. The full-back had not played in a Libertadores match since June 2011, when he was still playing for Santos. On that occasion, the opponent was the same Peñarol. However, the result was very different. In the 2011 final, Santos won 2-1 and won the continental competition title. This time, the outcome was bitter for the full-back and his current club, Flamengo.
The 13-year difference between the two matches shows the long period in which Alex Sandro was away from South America's main club competition. In the meantime, the player built a solid career in Europe, playing for clubs such as Porto and Juventus, before returning to Brazilian football to play for Flamengo. Now, he is trying to find success again in the Libertadores, but he will face a complicated challenge in the return game against Peñarol.
The club is having a bad time this season and the goalkeeper has positioned himself
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The Flamengo faced boos and criticism from the fans after the 1-0 defeat to Peñarol, at Maracanã, in a match valid for the Libertadores, which took place this Thursday (19). The fans' discontent was evident, creating a tense atmosphere in the stadium. However, goalkeeper Rossi defended the team and appealed for the fans' support, arguing that booing creates a harmful environment for everyone, both players and coaching staff.
Rossi was clear in stating that booing negatively affects performance of the team, creating a demotivating atmosphere: "It creates an environment that is bad for everyone. And it seems like we are doing our job poorly. So we need support." With this statement, the goalkeeper makes clear his concern about the emotional impact that constant criticism from fans can have on players, especially in delicate moments like the current one.
FLAMENGO HAS APATHIC FORM AGAINST PENAROL FLAMENGO HAS APATHIC FORM AGAINST PENAROL b>The Flamengo, one of the most traditional clubs with a massive fan base, faces constant pressure to present positive results. The defeat at home to Peñarol intensified this demand, and the dissatisfied fans did not hesitate to express their discontent. The boos echoed at Maracanã, a reflection of the frustration of a fan base that is used to seeing their team compete at a high level, especially in international competitions like the Libertadores.
Despite the defeat, Rossi also highlighted what he considers positive points of Flamengo's performance during the game. According to the goalkeeper, the team was superior to Peñarol, especially in terms of ball possession: "More than 70% ball possession (Flamengo had it in the game) and we're still alive." The red-and-black team controlled most of the match, but were unable to turn that dominance into goals.
Bruno Henrique takes the lead in Flamengo's attack after injuries to teammates
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With several casualties in the offensive sector, Bruno Henrique, 33 years old, will be the main name in Flamengo's attack in the next matches. The striker, who stands out for his long-standing partnership with Arrascaeta, believes that this harmony will be fundamental for the team to maintain its good performance in the competitions it competes in, such as the Brazilian Championship, the Libertadores and the Copa do Brasil.
"We are the players at the front. Arrascaeta is a classic midfielder, who knows how to create plays and finish. Being close to him increases the chances of scoring and assisting. With his quality and the more than six years we have played together, we understand each other just by looking at each other", stated Bruno Henrique in an interview with ESPN.
Flamengo will no longer have Pedro and Everton Cebolinha until the end of the season. Furthermore, Michael and Luiz Araújo are only expected to return to the pitch in the final stretch of 2024. Gabigol, who also faces physical problems, has been used less frequently. With this series of absences, the leading role falls to Bruno Henrique, who has the mission of leading the red and black attack at a decisive moment of the season.
To make up the offensive sector, Mais Querido also has newcomers Gonzalo Plata and Carlinhos, as well as young promises from the club's youth categories. Despite the losses, the expectation is that Bruno Henrique's experience and quality will be enough to keep the team competitive in competitions.
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Flamengo is experiencing one of the worst possible scenarios in the Libertadores! 60 thousand fans booed the team at half-time and at the end of the game
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