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16 Set 2025 | 11:42
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Flamengo is counting down to the FIFA Club Super World Cup, which It will now be played every four years, bringing together 32 teams in a format similar to the World Cup. The draw to define the groups takes place this Thursday (5), at 3pm (Brasília time). Representing the club, former player Diego Ribas and president Rodolfo Landim traveled to the United States, where the event will be carried out.
Landim celebrates Flamengo's prominent position
In an interview with FIFA, Rodolfo Landim highlighted his pride in seeing Flamengo at the World Cup as the leader of the South American ranking. According to him, this recognition reinforces the club's position as a reference on the continent and further enhances its classification for the competition.
"There are 32 biggest clubs in the world. Flamengo being selected for this is always a source of great pride b>. For the way it was also, being the first in the ranking in South America. It's something quite outstanding, I think. This competition is very important in the first place. done this", highlights the president.
South American asset in the new format
Landim pointed out an important difference in the new tournament calendar. He highlighted that unlike the old Intercontinental format which took place in December, European clubs now face competition during the end of their season. The South American teams arrive at the peak of preparation, something that balances the playing conditions.
"As an example of what happens with European clubs when they go to compete in the intercontinental tournament, which is normally at the end of the year, They are in the middle of the season, while the South American teams are at the end of the season. I think this time it will be better for us, because we will be in the middle of the season and with Europeans at the end of the season. season", he says.
Flamengo aims to internationalize the brand
Another point emphasized by Landim was the opportunity to internationalize the Flamengo brand. The president highlighted that the Super Mundial is a global showcase, allowing people from different parts of the world to learn more about the club. Furthermore, the team's pre-season in the USA, scheduled for 2025, will also contribute to consolidating this global presence.
"For the internationalization of Flamengo's brand, this will be very important. It will be an opportunity The world that will stop to watch this tournament, a lot of people will get to know Flamengo more closely. Something that perhaps we didn't have, let's say, so much penetration in the world, and what we hope to have after this tournament" , explains the president, before to complete:
"Flamengo has been trying to hold its pre-seasons here (in the USA). It helps as the We isolate our squad for a long time, at the beginning of the season, at a time when it is very hot in the country, in the summer, where it becomes more difficult for us to provide the level of training with the intensity that we would like at this stage. initial of the American calendar South. We think this here is the ideal place. The United States is a country where there is a huge population of Brazilians, notably here in Florida, and, consequently, a huge number of red and black people. which today must be close to a quarter of the Brazilian population", concludes Landim.
Bahia's defeat to Cruzeiro on Monday (15) left only Mengão and Leão with an impressive record in the championship
16 Set 2025 | 12:34 |
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Bahia's 2-1 defeat to Cruzeiro last Monday (15) represented not only the Celeste's turnaround at Fonte Nova, but also the end of a taboo. This is because the Bahian team was undefeated as home team in the Brasileirão. Now, only Flamengo and Mirassol remain unbeaten at home in this edition of the competition .
Bahia opened the scoring with a beautiful strike from Flamengo product Jean Lucas, but Cruzeiro responded with goals from Sinisterra and Gabigol. The result marked the Tricolor's first home defeat after a ten-game unbeaten run .
With Bahia's relegation, Flamengo now carries the exclusive title alongside Mirassol. The league leader, Flamengo, has played 12 home games, winning nine and drawing three . Their last loss at Maracanã came on July 31st, to Atlético-MG, in the Copa do Brasil. On that occasion, the Rio de Janeiro team was superior but was ultimately punished for a mistake in the clearance.
Mirassol , a major surprise in the 2025 Brasileirão, also remains undefeated at home. They've played 10 games, winning six and drawing four , demonstrating that the interior of São Paulo has become one of the most difficult places to earn points.
Flamengo's next match will also be at home, but for the Copa Libertadores. Rubro-Negro faces Estudiantes (ARG) this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals.
The Rio de Janeiro club is preparing early negotiations to extend Arrascaeta's contract, which runs until 2026, as a way to reward the number 10's performance and dedication.
16 Set 2025 | 12:27 |
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Even with a contract valid until December 2026, Flamengo intends to start in the next few days Negotiations to renew Arrascaeta's contract are underway. In an interview with "UOL Esporte," director José Boto revealed that he will contact the player's representatives for a "more serious conversation" about extending his contract, following initial contact in the first half of the year.
Traditionally, under president Luiz Eduardo Baptista, the football department, led by José Boto, prioritizes agreements with players in the final year of their contracts . This isn't the case with Arrascaeta, but the Portuguese director explained that the early negotiation is a "reward" for the midfielder's performance and commitment to the club.
Boto praises Arrascaeta's moment at Flamengo: "He's an example"
"Arrascaeta has another year on his contract. The president always advocates, and I agree, that workers who dedicate a lot to Flamengo should be recognized. Right now, Arrascaeta is having his best season for the club and is an example of dedication . He invests time and effort to perform at a high level, and for that, he deserves this recognition," stated José Boto.
For Boto, the number 10 stands out not only on the field but also off it. "He's one of the first to arrive and one of the last to leave because of the work he does. That's the kind of player we want at Flamengo. When they have this attitude, players are rewarded . That's what will happen with Arrascaeta, probably with a renewal before the due date," the director added.
In recent months, Flamengo has prioritized players with contracts that expire in December 2025. Cases like Erick Pulgar, who extended his contract until December 2028 , and Guillermo Varela, who extended his contract until December 2027 in August, reinforce this policy. The early negotiation with Arrascaeta, therefore, demonstrates the Uruguayan's importance to the squad.
Imperador had a good time in Italy, but he doesn't hide that the decision to leave Mengão was a wrong one on his part.
16 Set 2025 | 11:50 |
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A longtime Flamengo idol, Adriano Imperador made history in 2009 by leading the team to the Brazilian Championship title. However, after the successful season, the striker left the club to join Roma (ITA) in 2010. Today, the former player recognizes that the decision wasn't the best of his career.
Adriano on leaving Flamengo for Roma in 2010: "I think it was the wrong decision I made"
"I think it was a wrong decision I made, and it's not even about the money. I think I agreed to return to Rome more out of excitement than because it was something I really wanted ," Adriano said in an interview with Romário TV .
The Emperor also explained that he felt a kind of duty to Italian football: " Although I owed it to the Italian people , because when I left Inter I kind of left, I didn't give any explanations. It was something I felt I needed to do," he added.
Revealed in Flamengo 's youth academy, Adriano made his professional debut in 2000 and transferred to Inter Milan in 2001. His return to Rubro-Negro took place in 2009, with a huge impact: decisive goals, idolatry and the national title.
In total, adding up both spells, the striker played 92 matches, scored 45 goals and won the 2009 Brasileirão and the 2001 Carioca , establishing himself as one of the greatest idols in the club's history and is still in the fans' imagination.
While Adriano now follows as a fan, Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18) to face Estudiantes (ARG) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. The match will be broadcast by ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming), starting at 9:30 pm (Brasília time).
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