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13 Set 2024 | 09:40 |
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Bruno Henrique's attack from deep and the perfect pass for Arrascaeta to score were fundamental in Flamengo's 1-0 victory over Bahia, which qualified the Cariocas to the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. But it is impossible to talk about the move and the triumph without mentioning Léo Ortiz, the intellectual author of the move and a great highlight of the game.
- In fact, I was looking for Arrasca throughout the game, at every moment there between the lines. I know he likes to play a lot in that role there, we know how much he makes opponents difficult in that position on the field. I tried to look for her, then she responded, and we know that now we have another man there, with another characteristic, said Ortiz, who continued...
- Pedro is already a more retention player, who holds the ball, and we know Bruno is a guy who always tries to attack space. As soon as she hit, I passed forward, looking for depth. Of course, we also have to value Bruno's movement, who had been looking for this throughout the game. Sometimes you can't think too much, but it's more about getting the idea of what the attacker likes to do - explained the number 3.
Study and repetition are fundamental in adaptation
Léo Ortiz doesn't hide from anyone that he prefers to play in his original position, that of defender. He has said this in interviews, but he has definitely never refused to play as a midfielder. The biggest proof of this is that in Flamengo's last 12 games, the number 3 played in 11, nine of them as a midfielder. In this cut, he even started as a defender against Bragantino, but during the match he ended up being advanced. In other words, the word "improvisation" no longer applies when it comes to playing outside the defense.
- I can't really call it improvisation, I've been doing this role many times. I'm not sure about the data, but I believe I've played more as a midfielder than as a defender since I arrived. I think I'm already getting used to the role. Of course, I maintain my original role, which is defender, but today I'm more adapted there, finding more spaces and managing to develop my game the way I like it and the way the team needs it too.
Despite preference for the defense, the "frila" in the "volância", as he himself refers to the role he has been performing, is the certainty of more opportunities during the games.
- It presents me with more opportunities, right? ? I think we have a very good competition there in the defense, in the "volance" too, obviously. But this opportunity arose mainly in the Copa América. I believe that I have been improving and growing in relation to this. I think that with each game, each training session and each moment I have to reflect on what I did in the game and in past games. What I got right and what I got wrong to adapt and grow my game, because, despite having played this role at the base, I'm still reinventing myself and returning to some behaviors I had there as a midfielder. Adapting again to what has been asked by Professor Tite. And I believe I have everything to grow even more.
Mengão scheduled a meeting of the Deliberative Council to clarify the current situation of the club's contract with the League after the blocking of audience funds
04 Out 2025 | 12:00 |
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Flamengo's recent decision to go to court to block a R$77 million transfer from Libra is not only affecting the league's clubs, but is also causing turmoil behind the scenes at Gávea. What began as a disagreement over TV revenue sharing criteria has evolved into an internal political dispute, pitting the current administration against groups linked to former president Rodolfo Landim . This information comes from journalists Alexandre Araújo and Rodrigo Mattos of UOL.
The red-black board states that the current Libra division model will cause a loss of around R$100 million in 2025, compared to the revenue of 2024. Under the command of Luiz Eduardo Baptista (Bap), the management classifies the league's conduct as "illegal" , arguing that the judicial route has become the only alternative after ten months of impasse.
On the other hand, Palmeiras, Atlético-MG, Grêmio, and other Libra member clubs were surprised by Flamengo 's action. Internally, the measure is seen as an attempt to pressure the league to change its audience-based distribution criteria. In a statement, Libra declared that the issue was "exhaustively debated" and that it will "defend the legitimacy of collective decisions in court."
While the external dispute unfolds in the courts, the internal repercussions will be felt at the Deliberative Council meeting, scheduled for Tuesday (7) . Officially, the meeting aims to “clarify doubts and align the next steps”, but in practice it should expose the political fissures within the club.
Although a significant portion of the board supports the lawsuit as a way to protect Flamengo 's interests, the handling of the process has generated unease . Members of groups allied with Landim, some still in the administration, criticize the way the situation was handled, without extensive dialogue.
Mengão's matches in the championship have seen the highest average stops and the club publishes a note calling for more playing time.
04 Out 2025 | 11:00 |
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One statistic has been causing discomfort within Flamengo: the drastic drop in ball time in recent matches . The problem, which reflects a chronic deficiency in Brazilian football, involves the slow pace, excessive stoppages, and constant referee interference, factors that have been compromising the quality of the games.
Flamengo on match stoppages: "Excessive stoppages compromise the flow of the game and the quality of the show"
In their last four matches, Flamengo has played less than 55 minutes of effective football in all of them . The most critical point came in the match against Juventude, which set a record low of the season, with less than 50 minutes of play. These numbers are well below the ideal for a high-level match.
According to international recommendations adopted by the world's major leagues, the ideal minimum playing time should be 60 minutes. However, Flamengo has consistently fallen short of this mark throughout the season .
A graph released by the club shows that the red zone, an indicator of matches with less than 50 minutes of ball play, was reached on more than one occasion, setting off a warning sign: “Flamengo's latest games have exposed a curious and alarming fact: the constant drop in ball play time and the slow pace , often imposed by excessive and unnecessary interference from the referee.
Excessive stoppages compromise the flow of the game and the quality of the performance. Excessive rigidity on the sidelines, nonexistent fouls, complacency with the game's timing , delays in replacements, and decisions that stall the game have become commonplace.
Against Juventude, for example, the ball's play time fell below 50 minutes, the worst rate of the season . The international recommendation is at least 60 minutes, but this has rarely happened. Brazilian football needs to move closer to global best practices to offer fans a more dynamic and fair game," Flamengo's statement read.
After the match against Cruzeiro, Filipe Luís, Léo Ortiz, and Saúl were emphatic in their criticism of the officiating . The coach revealed that, as soon as he learned of the referee's schedule, the group anticipated difficulties, and the performance confirmed their concerns.
"I've always avoided talking about refereeing, but it's difficult. When his name came up, we knew it would be complicated. The decisions aren't the same, and the criteria change during the game . Cards are given inconsistently, and this affects the flow of the match," said Filipe Luís.
Next Sunday (05), Flamengo faces Bahia, in the 27th round of the Brasileirão. The match will be commanded by the referee from Pernambuco, Rodrigo Lima . The ball rolls at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador, with broadcast by Premiere (pay-per-view).
Mengão will go to Arena Fonte Nova to face the Tricolor in the 27th round of the Brasileirão and the expectation is a full house for the clash
04 Out 2025 | 09:15 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Bahia at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The clash promises a full house: so far, more than 45 thousand tickets have already been sold , reinforcing the expectation of a large audience in Salvador.
Ticket sales began last Sunday (28), with priority check-in for members of the Tô na Fonte category. Even after the general opening, members still have access to purchase. Prices range from R$33 to R$280, with half-price tickets available and free for children up to 11 years old. The section designated for Flamengo fans is already sold out .
On the field, the match has strategic importance for both sides. Bahia, defeated by Botafogo in the previous round, is trying to re-enter the top four and also depends on the results of Botafogo and Mirassol. Flamengo , meanwhile, is looking to extend its lead at the top of Série A and maintain its good form under Filipe Luís , who is trying to solidify the team's title bid.
Bahia and Flamengo face each other in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast on Premiere (pay-per-view). The match will be refereed by Rodrigo Lima (PE).
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