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20 Ago 2025 | 14:43
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07 Abr 2025 | 13:12 |
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Even though the season is still in its early stages , coach Filipe Luís has already had to deal with repeated absences from Flamengo 's squad. Still in the process of consolidating his position as team leader, the coach has been working hard to find solutions, even in the face of important absences. This stance caught the attention of journalist Gian Oddi , who praised the coach's search for tactical alternatives and game patterns that do not depend on specific players.
“It’s about starting to find, and Filipe Luís is certainly thinking about this, the patterns, for when you don’t have certain players ,” said Oddi, in a recent analysis.
The commentator used the number 10, Arrascaeta , as the main example. According to him, the Uruguayan's presence on the field completely changes the team's dynamics . However, with recurring physical problems, the midfielder is not always available, and therefore, Flamengo needs to be prepared to play without him.
Of course it will change depending on the opponent , right? Who you're going to play against, how the opponent plays, but having a pattern to play without Arrascaeta is important for Flamengo , because I think Flamengo has to know how to protect this player . He's so different, he has such great ability and, at the same time, he has almost chronic problems there , from a physical point of view ", he highlighted.
To deal with this situation, Gian Oddi suggested a similar approach to the one adopted by Roma with Dybala . The Argentine, also prone to injuries, was only used in selected games by the Italian club as a way of preserving his performance throughout the season.
“As someone who follows Roma a lot, I think that maybe Flamengo should do with Arrascaeta what Roma did with Dybala, saying: ‘Man, here’s the thing, you’re not going to play every game , you’re going to play certain games’. But then, you have to be clear about what you’re going to do when you don’t have Arrascaeta . Is someone going to play exactly in the role he plays or are you suddenly going to change the team, you’re going to have a team with different characteristics,” questioned Oddi.
Finally, the journalist highlighted that this type of decision-making will be natural as the coach matures. “I think that as time goes by, Filipe Luís will become more ready and more prepared to make decisions,” the journalist added.
Uruguayan is in great form in 2025, scored in the 2-0 victory over Internacional and highlighted the importance of securing advancement to the quarterfinals
21 Ago 2025 | 01:00 |
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Having scored the first goal in the 2-0 victory over Internacional , Arrascaeta is enjoying one of the best moments of his career. The Uruguayan number 10 has reached 15 goals this season, along with 11 assists , figures that place him as the sole leader among Flamengo 's top scorers in 2025.
" I'm happy to be able to help the team, whether with a goal or an assist. On the field, that's the most important thing for me. I'm happy, I'm able to get into the box and score. However, the most important thing was to come out with the qualification," said the midfielder after the match at Beira-Rio.
With the victory at Beira-Rio, the Red-Blacks confirmed their place in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores and will face Estudiantes-ARG. In addition to Arrascaeta's goal, Pedro scored the second after a cross from Luiz Araújo, the team's second-highest scorer in 2025. Even with more than 43,000 fans in attendance, the Colorados were unable to convert the pressure into goals and were eliminated.
The Gaucho team fought back but struggled to overcome the red-and-black defense. Players like Enner Valencia and Ricardo Mathias had opportunities, but were thwarted by Rossi's defensive solidity and saves, who held on without any major scares.
With the victory, Mengão remains firm in its search for another international title. The team returns to the field next Monday (25), when it faces Vitória in the Brazilian Championship , before beginning preparations for the decisive clash against Estudiantes, valid for the quarterfinals of the Libertadores.
After a goalless draw in the second leg, the Argentine team advanced and will face Rubro-Negro, who eliminated Internacional with victories in both games of the round of 16.
21 Ago 2025 | 00:13 |
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Estudiantes secured their place in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores after drawing 0-0 with Cerro Porteño on Wednesday night (20) at the Jorge Luis Hirschi stadium in La Plata, Greater Buenos Aires. With the result, the Argentine team advanced to face Mais Querido in the next phase of the competition. The return match will be held in Argentina again, as the Argentines had a superior campaign in the group stage.
Flamengo confirmed its favoritism by eliminating Internacional. After winning 1-0 at Maracanã, Filipe Luís's team also triumphed on the road, winning 2-0 at Beira-Rio . The goals of the match were scored by Arrascaeta, in the first half, and Pedro, who came on as a substitute during the second half and sealed the victory.
Just 26 minutes into the first half, Samuel Lino advanced down the left and shot. Goalkeeper Rochet miskicked the ball, Plata headed it, and Arrascaeta appeared to finish first time , scoring his 15th goal of the season. Shortly after, Bruno Henrique found the net, but the goal was ruled out for offside.
In the final stretch of the match, striker Pedro came off the bench to replace Bruno Henrique and made his mark . In the 42nd minute of the second half, after a corner kick from Luiz Araújo and a deflection from Léo Pereira, the center forward finished into the back of the net, sealing the victory and qualification.
With the victories over Internacional , the Rubro-Negro remains firmly in the hunt for the continental title . Their next opponent will be Estudiantes, who will decide the spot at home. The first match will be at Maracanã, and the return leg is scheduled for La Plata, promising a tight duel in the hunt for the competition's semifinals.
With goals from Arrascaeta and Pedro, Rubro-Negro defeated Colorado 2-0 at Beira-Rio and confirmed their qualification for the next stage of the tournament.
20 Ago 2025 | 23:52 |
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Flamengo qualified for the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores after defeating Internacional 2-0. The match started evenly, with Internacional trying to press in the opening minutes. Despite this, the home team failed to convert possession into clear-cut chances. Flamengo capitalized on a mistake by goalkeeper Rochet and opened the scoring with Arrascaeta , who finished into the net after a play initiated by Samuel Lino and Plata.
The Uruguayan, the season's standout, reached 15 goals and 11 assists in 2025, playing a key role in the team's campaign. In the final stage, Flamengo controlled the pace and exploited counterattacks effectively.
Pedro extended the lead after a corner kick from Luiz Araújo, capitalizing on a deflection from Léo Pereira to score the second. Internacional still tried to fight back, even hitting the post with a shot from Borré, but were thwarted by the opponent's solid defense and a strong performance from Rossi.
Despite the support of more than 43,000 fans at Beira-Rio, Colorado failed to convert its crowd into offensive effectiveness. Roger Machado's changes barely changed the game's complexion. Enner Valencia and Ricardo Mathias had chances but were unable to overcome the red-and-black defense.
With a 2-0 victory, the Rio de Janeiro team secures a spot in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores and keeps alive the hope of expanding its international trove of achievements. The team now turns its attention to the season's upcoming matches , buoyed by the consistency and confidence gained in this qualification.
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