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Léo Ortiz feels uncomfortable during Santos vs Flamengo and becomes doubtful

Defender complained of hip pain after the end of the first half against Peixe and left the game and is in doubt for the Fla-Flu on Sunday (20)

Léo Ortiz feels pain against Santos and is doubtful for Flamengo's derby against Fluminense - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Léo Ortiz feels pain against Santos and is doubtful for Flamengo's derby against Fluminense - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

17 Jul 2025 | 07:55 |

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The 1-0 defeat to Santos , last Wednesday (16), at Vila Belmiro, brought not only a setback in the score for Flamengo, but also a concern in the defensive sector: defender Léo Ortiz left the field with pain in the gluteal region and became doubtful for the classic against Fluminense.


Ortiz was replaced at halftime by Léo Pereira. Immediately after the game, the club issued an official statement confirming the injury: " Léo Ortiz was substituted due to gluteal pain ." The defender is a regular starter under coach Filipe Luís, and fans are hoping it's just a scare.


PERFORMANCE QUESTIONED


The Flamengo fans had already expressed dissatisfaction with Léo Ortiz's performance in the first half. The defender underperformed , failing to make significant defensive moves, committing a foul, and even making a mistake on a move that resulted in a Santos shot.

LEADERSHIP AT RISK


Even with the stumble, Flamengo remains at the top of the Brazilian Championship with 27 points . However, the position is under threat: Cruzeiro, who face Fluminense this Thursday (17), can take the lead with a simple draw, as they also have 27 points and have one game less.

NEXT CHALLENGE

Without confirmation about the presence of Léo Ortiz, Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (20), at 7:30 pm, at Maracanã, against Fluminense, for the 15th round of the Brasileirão . The expectation is a decisive duel to maintain the leadership and also to evaluate the physical situation of the defender.



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NOW! Flamengo agrees to sell Matheus Gonçalves to Saudi Arabia

The midfielder who won the U-20 World Cup twice for Mengão was linked to other negotiations, but the Arab club won the dispute

Flamengo accepts proposal from Al-Ahli, from Saudi Arabia, for Matheus Gonçalves - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Flamengo accepts proposal from Al-Ahli, from Saudi Arabia, for Matheus Gonçalves - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

27 Ago 2025 | 12:06 |

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Flamengo has completed the sale of Matheus Gonçalves to Al-Ahli of Saudi Arabia for €8 million (R$50 million). The midfielder had been playing for the U-20 team after losing his place under coach Filipe Luís and was a starter in the category's Intercontinental Cup win.


OTHER CLUBS TRIED TO SIGN HIM


This wasn't the first offer Flamengo had received for the player, but it was the most advantageous . Before Al-Ahli, Cruzeiro and CSKA Moscow (Russia) had shown interest and made official offers for the player.


The Minas Gerais team even reached a deal directly with president Bap, offering €3.5 million (R$22 million) for 50% of the rights . However, the Rubro-Negro backed down. Shortly after, CSKA presented a €7 million (R$44 million) offer, which was also rejected.

PLAYER WAS ON THE NEGOTIABLE LIST


Matheus Gonçalves was on the list of players released for trading this summer. The midfielder started 2025 in the senior squad , but failed to overcome stiff competition in the attacking department and had few opportunities. In the senior team, he played 15 games and scored two goals. Faced with a lack of playing time, he himself requested a return to the U-20s, where he managed to make a run of appearances.

NEXT APPOINTMENT

With the negotiation, the expectation is that Matheus Gonçalves will not be on Flamengo's list of players for the duel against Grêmio in the Brasileirão . Mengão receives Tricolor at Maracanã this Sunday (31) at 4 pm (Brasília time). The match will be broadcast on Rede Globo (open TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view).



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Mano Menezes admits concern against Flamengo: “it’s more difficult…”

Grêmio coach repeats a similar speech to Hernán Crespo's about Mengão, but believes in his chances of winning the match

Grêmio coach Mano Menezes acknowledges the difficulty of facing Flamengo at Maracanã - Photo: Reproduction/Grêmio FBPA
Grêmio coach Mano Menezes acknowledges the difficulty of facing Flamengo at Maracanã - Photo: Reproduction/Grêmio FBPA

27 Ago 2025 | 11:20 |

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Flamengo opened this Wednesday (27) the preparation for the duel against Grêmio , scheduled for Sunday (31), at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The match pits teams in opposite situations against each other: Rubro-Negro leads the competition, while the Gauchos are at the bottom of the table .


Mano Menezes on the match: "It's harder to play against Flamengo at Maracanã"

DIFFERENCE IS NOT UNUSUAL


Coach Mano Menezes, leading the Tricolor team, commented on the challenge and highlighted the financial disparity between the clubs . He believes the situation is natural and similar to what happens in other parts of the world.


"I see it as natural. This has been happening all over the world for many years. The Europeans are far ahead of the others. The two largest in Spain are always far ahead , as are those in England, which invest billions. We need to fight with other weapons," he said.

GREATER DIFFICULTY AT MARACANÃ


Despite the difference in investment and the historical difficulty of facing Flamengo at Maracanã, Mano Menezes emphasized his confidence in his squad's ability: "All of Brazil knows it's harder to play against Flamengo at Maracanã, and Rio Grande do Sul knows that too. We'll work the same way we do against any opponent . They're one of the best teams and squads in Brazil, but we're capable of facing them," he added.

TEAMS MOMENT

With 46 points from 20 games, Flamengo leads the Brasileirão, four points ahead of second place. Filipe Luís's team also boasts the best attack and the tightest defense in the competition . Grêmio, on the other hand, has 24 points and sits in 14th place.


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Will Filipe Luís renew his contract with Flamengo? Check out the next steps.

The coach's work is very pleasing to the board internally and the decision is to extend the contract until at least next season.

Flamengo is optimistic about the renewal of Filipe Luís's contract and the intention to stay is mutual - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Flamengo is optimistic about the renewal of Filipe Luís's contract and the intention to stay is mutual - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

27 Ago 2025 | 10:45 |

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After agreeing to a contract renewal with right-back Varela, Flamengo is now focusing its efforts on Filipe Luís . The board has already presented a proposal to the coach , and according to ge, both the club and the coach are interested in continuing the contract.


Filipe Luís's current contract expires in December 2025 , and the plan is to extend his stay for another season. However, talks are expected to progress only after the end of the current campaign. A contract is expected to run until the end of 2027, but that's not the initial plan.


TRAJECTORY IN COMMAND OF RUBRO-NEGRO


Filipe Luís took over the team in September 2024, after Tite's departure, and quickly won titles . Under his leadership, Flamengo won the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG, the Campeonato Carioca against Fluminense, and the Supercopa do Brasil against Botafogo. The team is also leading the Brasileirão and is already in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores.

BALANCE OF THE PASSAGE


Despite his successes, the coach also suffered disappointments: elimination to Bayern Munich in the Club World Cup and defeat to Atlético-MG on penalties in the 2025 Copa do Brasil. Even so, the record is positive: since taking over, Filipe Luís has only suffered six defeats in charge of Flamengo .

NEXT APPOINTMENT

While they are still discussing the new contract, Filipe Luís is preparing the Flamengo team for the team's next challenge in the Brasileirão. Mengão hosts Grêmio at Maracanã this Sunday (25) . The match is scheduled for 4 pm (Brasília time) and will be broadcast on Rede Globo (open TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view).



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