
Soccer
15 Nov 2024 | 14:36 |
Landim's speech comes at a time of internal evaluation of the cast's performance. Flamengo, known for its financial power and leading role in the market, seeks to solve shortcomings identified in the offensive sector. With the departure of some players and the absence of consistent alternatives in attack, the board understands the importance of adding a strong name to meet the expectations of the fans and the challenges of national and international competitions in 2024.
Currently, Flamengo has limited options in command of the attack. Although players like Pedro and Gabigol are recognized for their quality, recent injuries and suspensions have highlighted the need for a more robust squad. The arrival of a center forward promises not only to expand the coach's range of choices, but also to offer a quality alternative for situations of physical exhaustion and rotation, common in intense seasons.
FLAMENGO HAS STRUCTURED PROBLEMS
With Landim's confirmation, Flamengo is already monitoring possible names on the market. The club has a history of negotiating with South American and European athletes, looking for players with experience in big leagues. The board works confidentially to avoid speculation that could inflate values or hinder negotiations. Despite this, the expectation is that the investment will be significant, given the strategic importance of this contract.
Landim's statement went well received by the fans, who see the search for a center forward as a necessary step for the club's continued success. With competitions like the Libertadores, Brasileirão and Copa do Brasil on the horizon, Flamengo seeks to reaffirm its leading position in Brazilian and South American football. The arrival of a quality reinforcement could be the missing piece for an even more competitive squad.
A ATTACKER IN THE FLAMENGO RADAR
O Flamengo, under the management of Rodolfo Landim, reinforces its commitment to seeking excellence within and off the field. The signing of a strong center forward in the next window shows that the club is attentive to the needs of the squad and the expectations of the fans. With this measure, Rubro-Negro reaffirms its search for important achievements and the desire to remain at the top of national and international football.
Mengão's full-back took over the starting spot with Marcelo Bielsa in the National Team and commented on the current situation of the Celeste team in the Qualifiers
07 Set 2025 | 12:49 |
Last Thursday (4), Uruguay beat Peru 3-0 in Montevideo and confirmed their qualification for the World Cup with one round to spare in the Qualifiers . After the final whistle, Flamengo's full-back, Guillermo Varela, celebrated the result and spoke about the path to the spot.
Flamengo's Varela on Uruguay: "It was very important to qualify"
"It was a very tough year. We went through a lot. We deserved a finish like this: a 3-0 win, at home and with our fans. It was very important to qualify at home. The coach (Marcelo Bielsa) always asks the full-backs to attack, and we played offensively . Luckily, I was able to deliver. I arrived and made crosses that ended in goals. Uruguay is back where it deserves to be. We know we have the squad to fight. Our hopes are growing," said the full-back.
Varela was instrumental in two of the Celeste's three goals. In the first half, he received a pass from Arrascaeta and crossed for Aguirre to open the scoring. In the second half, the number 13 returned to the baseline, lifted the ball to Aguirre, who this time laid it back . Arrascaeta appeared to finish with style and extend the lead.
The full-back recently revealed that he almost lost his place in the 2023 national team due to Tite's system at Flamengo , where he had little offensive freedom. Bielsa's push for him to be more aggressive in attack was crucial to his continued presence in the squad . With Filipe Luís's arrival at Flamengo, the player also began to shine, which reinforced his importance to the club and the Celeste.
With the spot already secured, Uruguay ends its participation in the Qualifiers next Tuesday (9), against Chile, away from home. As the duel is just to fulfill the schedule, there is the possibility of Varela, Arrascaeta and Viña being spared , which would be a relief for Flamengo, who face Juventude on September 14, for the Brasileirão.
Antônio Augusto Dunshee de Abranches died this Sunday (7) and the club released a note of condolence extending its affection to the family.
07 Set 2025 | 12:30 |
Flamengo announced this Sunday (7) the death of Antônio Augusto Dunshee de Abranches, one of the most remarkable presidents in the club's history . The lawyer commanded the Mais Querido between 1980 and 1983, a period considered as the “golden years” of Rubro-Negro. He was 88 years old.
Official note: "His administration consolidated Flamengo as a national and global power"
“Clube de Regatas do Flamengo expresses its deepest condolences on the death of Antônio Augusto Dunshee de Abranches , president of the club between December 18, 1980 and August 14, 1983.
A respected lawyer and passionate Flamengo fan, Dunshee de Abranches led the club through one of the most successful periods in its history. Under his leadership, Flamengo won the 1981 Campeonato Carioca, the Copa Libertadores da América, and the Interclub World Cup in the same year , as well as the 1982 and 1983 Brazilian Championships.
His administration consolidated Flamengo as a national and global power.
In this time of mourning, Flamengo stands in solidarity with family, friends, and the entire Red-Black Nation, thanking Dunshee de Abranches for his legacy of achievements and passion. His memory will forever live on in the history of the Most Beloved .
During his time as president, Antônio Augusto Dunshee led the club through a period of glory that marked generations. These were historic achievements:
In addition to the titles, his name was also linked to the sale of Zico to Udinese (ITA) in July 1983 for around 4 million dollars, a value that, adjusted for inflation, is equivalent to approximately R$21.6 million. Antônio Augusto was the father of Rodrigo Dunshee, the candidate defeated by Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as Bap, in the club's last election.
While mourning the loss of one of its great leaders, Flamengo continues its preparations for the rest of the season . The next match will be on Sunday (14), against Juventude, at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship.
After the CBF's calendar change, long breaks between games at the club have become scarce and coach Filipe Luís plans to take advantage of the moment.
07 Set 2025 | 11:30 |
Flamengo hasn't played since a 1-1 draw with Grêmio on August 31st, in a match valid for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão. After an intense sequence of matches since before the Club World Cup, Filipe Luís's team will finally have a breather in the calendar .
The break is due to the FIFA Date, which interrupts the national championships between September 1st and 10th for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers . There was an expectation that the elimination in the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG would create space between the commitments, but the change in the calendar promoted by the CBF will reduce the gaps between games of the Mais Querido.
This will give the coaching staff more time to work on the physical and tactical aspects of the squad, as well as recover key players for the September marathon , which includes decisive matches in the Copa Libertadores.
Flamengo returns to the field only next Sunday (14), when it faces Juventude, in the 23rd round of the Brasileirão . The match will be played at the Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in Caxias do Sul, at 4 pm (Brasília time).
Among Flamengo 's players on international duty, Arrascaeta stood out, scoring a stunning goal and playing a key role in Uruguay's victory over Peru . Varela also shone, providing an assist and contributing to another goal. Plata only came on in the second half against Paraguay. Viña, Samuel Lino, and Carrascal did not play.
Everyone still has commitments for the 18th round of the South American Qualifiers: