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Ex Law! Flamengo and Corinthians relive stories with Hugo Souza and Matheuzinho at Maracanã

Mengão will once again meet former players trained at home, as they seek to retake the lead in the Brazilian Championship against a confident rival

Hugo Souza and Matheuzinho meet Flamengo again at Maracanã in an important duel for the Brazilian Championship. (Photo / SCCP)
Hugo Souza and Matheuzinho meet Flamengo again at Maracanã in an important duel for the Brazilian Championship. (Photo / SCCP)

27 Abr 2025 | 10:13 |

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Flamengo is preparing for a special reunion this Sunday at Maracanã. The team will face Corinthians in a match that will mark the return of Hugo Souza and Matheuzinho to the stadium that revealed them to professional football. Now wearing the black and white jersey, the two players promise an intense and exciting match.




It's a very difficult game against a very qualified team..." - said Hugo Souza





HUGO SOUZA ANALYSES THE DUEL AT MARACANÃ

Goalkeeper Hugo Souza, also known as Neneca, commented on his expectations of returning to Maracanã, this time as an opponent. The athlete acknowledged the difficulty of the match, but showed confidence in the preparation of the São Paulo team to surprise the Mais Querido in its domains.


GOALKEEPER POINTS OUT THE CHALLENGES AGAINST MENGÃO

"It's a very difficult game against a very qualified team . We're going to work hard so that we can do our best away from home. We're going to understand what Flamengo's strengths and weaknesses are, so that we can work our best within that. May it be a great show and, God willing, with a victory for us," said Hugo.


Another player who projected the classic was the striker Yuri Alberto . Confident, the number nine highlighted that Corinthians has been preparing intensely for the duel and that the mission is to get important points in Rio de Janeiro to remain strong in the dispute of the championship considering that both clubs are in good sequence.

"The next game is also difficult, even more so against a team like Flamengo, away from home. We know it will be a very high-level game. We are preparing seriously. We know our potential and we will go after the points with great responsibility," said Yuri Alberto.



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With no room for Filipe Luís and facing strong competition in attack, the 29-year-old striker has sparked interest from Al Ula, but the initial offer doesn't please the board.

Michael could leave Flamengo after losing his place in the squad and refusing a loan offer from Al Ula - photo: reproduction
Michael could leave Flamengo after losing his place in the squad and refusing a loan offer from Al Ula - photo: reproduction

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Michael's departure from Flamengo is getting closer . No longer in coach Filipe Luís's plans, the 29-year-old forward faces direct competition from Bruno Henrique, Cebolinha, and newcomer Samuel Lino , which has considerably reduced his opportunities on the field.


The player's last game was a draw against Los Angeles FC on June 24th in the Club World Cup . Since then, he hasn't played again and was even left off the bench, as he did against São Paulo on July 12th. This situation raised alarm bells behind the scenes about his future at the club.


DEFINITIVE DEPARTURE


Behind the scenes, there's an understanding that a temporary release wouldn't bring significant benefits . Therefore, alternatives such as a permanent sale or another type of agreement may soon be considered.

Even though he has recovered from an ankle injury, Michael was not included in the squad for the clashes against Atlético-MG, for the Copa do Brasil, and for the game against Mirassol, for the Campeonato Brasileiro . He is also expected to miss the match against Internacional, for the Libertadores, this Wednesday (!3).


AL ULA SENDS PROPOSAL

Flamengo recently received an offer from Al Ula, from Saudi Arabia, which included a one-year loan with a payment of 2.5 million dollars (approximately R$ 14 million) and an option to buy at the end of the contract.

Despite the value, the board rejected the deal because they understood that the format did not meet the club's sporting and financial interests.


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Keeping an eye on the rival: check out Internacional's likely lineup for the game against Flamengo

Teams finish training this Tuesday before the decisive clash at Maracanã, valid for the round of 16 of the Libertadores

Probable lineups for Flamengo and Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Probable lineups for Flamengo and Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

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Internacional, led by Roger Machado, already has a defined base for the duel this Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, against Flamengo. The probable Colorado lineup includes: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Tabata, Alan Patrick and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.


In the Brazilian Championship victory over Red Bull Bragantino, Alan Benítez and Clayton Sampaio started, but they should start on the bench this time around. The defense should consist of Aguirre and Vitão, gaining more consistency in that area.


FLAMENGO MAINTAINS STRUCTURE


Flamengo's likely formation is based on the one used last Saturday (09), against Mirassol, in the Brasileirão: Rossi; Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan (or Evertton Araújo) and Jorginho; Luiz Araújo, Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.

The main news is Jorginho's return to the starting lineup after serving a suspension in the Brasileirão victory over Mirassol. Arrascaeta, on the other hand, will be a significant absence, missing precisely the decisive stage of the continental tournament.


NEXT APPOINTMENT

After Wednesday's clash, Rubro-Negro and Colorado will face each other again on August 20th , at the same time, in Porto Alegre, at the Beira-Rio stadium. Between Libertadores matches, the teams will play on Sunday, for the Brasileirão, also on Rio Grande do Sul soil.



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Flamengo has 3 absences for the match against Internacional, in the Libertadores

Mais Querido faces a Colorado team in the round of 16 of the international competition with three confirmed absences and De La Cruz as a doubt

Flamengo will have important absences against Internacional in the Libertadores, with Pulgar, Danilo and Arrascaeta out of the first leg - photo: reproduction
Flamengo will have important absences against Internacional in the Libertadores, with Pulgar, Danilo and Arrascaeta out of the first leg - photo: reproduction

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Coach Filipe Luís will have an extra challenge in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. Against Internacional, this Wednesday (13) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, Mengão will enter the field with significant losses that could change the team's tactical pattern.


One of the pillars of the Flamengo midfield, Erick Pulgar, is out of the match due to recovery from surgery on the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot. He is still on a rehabilitation schedule and has no immediate return date.


In defense, Danilo will be absent, having suffered a hamstring injury in his right thigh . Despite progress in his treatment and already undergoing physical therapy on the field, the defender is not expected to be available until the next Brazilian Championship match.


ARRASCAETA SUSPENDED

The midfield also lacks creativity with the absence of Arrascaeta . The Uruguayan is suspended after receiving his third yellow card in the last round of the group stage, against Deportivo Táchira (VEN).


DE LA CRUZ IS STILL UNCERTAINTY

The only doubt on the list is Nico De La Cruz . The number 18 has not played since July 16 due to pain in his left knee , but participated in collective training last Monday (11). Confirmation of his presence should happen after the activity this Tuesday (12). If he is released, he could be a key piece in the offensive creation.


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