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LIBERTADORES: FELIPE MELO PREFERS TO AVOID CONFRONTATION WITH FLAMENGO IN THE Round of 16

, The Fluminense midfielder expressed his preference in the next phase

Photo: Reproduction
Photo: Reproduction

30 Mai 2024 | 11:41 |

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With the end of the first phase of the Libertadores, Flamengo and Fluminense secured their qualifications. While Flamengo advanced as second in their group, Fluminense finished first.


After Fluminense's 3-2 victory over Allianz, a statement by Felipe Melo caught attention. With an eye on the round of 16, the Fluminense midfielder expressed his preference for avoiding major clashes in the knockout stage.




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“I prefer to take a team considered smaller. I will always want to avoid big confrontations, but this way, I can’t dream about that,” said Felipe Melo. The midfielder demonstrated confidence in the group and highlighted the necessary preparation for the challenges to come: “Whoever comes, we will have to be very prepared, because we know it will be very difficult. So, there's nothing to choose now.”



POSSIBILITY OF NATIONAL CONFRONTS

Fluminense, which ended first in their group with 14 points, they can face Botafogo or Flamengo in the next phase of the continental competition, which stirs up fans before the draw. According to Libertadores regulations, teams from the same country can face each other in the knockout stage. The criteria is that the first placed team in a group must face a team that advanced in second place.


ROUND OF THE ROUND OF THE DRAW

draw for the round of 16 will take place next Monday (3), at the Conmebol headquarters, in Paraguay. The event promises to bring tension to several teams, as it will define the clashes that could be decisive for the clubs' future in the competition.


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Live: Watch Rossi's press conference during Flamengo's decision week

Rubro-Negro carries out activity this Tuesday (16) in Rio de Janeiro under the command of Filipe Luís; goalkeeper speaks to the press at 12 pm, with an eye on the Libertadores game

Flamengo trains under the command of Filipe Luís and goalkeeper Rossi gives a press conference before the duel with Estudiantes for the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Flamengo trains under the command of Filipe Luís and goalkeeper Rossi gives a press conference before the duel with Estudiantes for the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

16 Set 2025 | 11:15 |

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Flamengo began this Tuesday (16) the preparation for the match against Estudiantes , valid for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. The activity takes place in the morning, at 9:30 am (Brasília time) , under the command of assistant Filipe Luís, responsible for leading the training of the red-black squad.


After training, goalkeeper Rossi will participate in a press conference scheduled for 12 p.m. (Brasília time). He is expected to comment on the team's preparation and projections for the decisive match at Maracanã. The broadcast will be on Flamengo TV.


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ROSSI HAS BEEN IN THE SPOTLIGHT


The Argentine has been a key player in Flamengo's campaign in the 2025 Copa Libertadores . In eight matches played in the current edition of the tournament, Rossi has accumulated 720 minutes on the field, conceding only three goals . Flamengo has won five games, drawn two, and lost only one with him in goal.

Flamengo faces Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The duel marks the beginning of the knockout stage in the quarterfinals of the continental competition . The match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, and on Disney+ for streaming.


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Flamengo goalkeeper gives press conference this Tuesday

Mengão announced that the goalkeeper will be available to journalists at Ninho do Urubu to answer questions before an important game.

Flamengo goalkeeper Rossi will give a press conference this Tuesday at Ninho do Urubu - photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Flamengo goalkeeper Rossi will give a press conference this Tuesday at Ninho do Urubu - photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 11:12 |

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Flamengo resumed training this Tuesday (16), at Ninho do Urubu, with an eye on the duel against Estudiantes (ARG), for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The training session led by Filipe Luís began at 9:30 am (Brasília time). After the activity, goalkeeper Rossi will give a press conference , scheduled for 11:30 am.


TOTAL FOCUS ON THE LIBERTADORES


Flamengo 's next match takes place on Thursday (18), when they host Estudiantes at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The first leg of the quarterfinals will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) .


Rubro-Negro is seeking its fourth Libertadores title in 2025. The club has already lifted the trophy three times: 1981, 2019 and 2022. To reach the quarterfinals, the team eliminated Internacional, winning both games: 1-0 at Beira-Rio and 2-0 at Maracanã . After the first leg in Rio de Janeiro, the decision for qualification will be on September 25th, in La Plata, Argentina.

ROSSI'S NUMBERS IN THE LIBERTADORES


Rossi has been a key player in the campaign. The goalkeeper has played eight matches in the current season, totaling 720 minutes on the field . During this period, Flamengo has achieved five wins, two draws, and only one loss.

The number 1 conceded just three goals in the competition, solidifying his position as one of the team's defensive pillars . Despite this, Mengão's campaign in the competition so far has been inconsistent, with a loss to Central Córdoba and a second-place finish in their group.



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Gabigol scores the winning goal and Cruzeiro closes in on Flamengo

Striker hits spectacular shot to secure three points for Raposa and Mengão's lead in the table remains at just three points

Former Flamengo player Gabigol scores a great goal and Cruzeiro beats Bahia, moving closer to the top of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Cruzeiro
Former Flamengo player Gabigol scores a great goal and Cruzeiro beats Bahia, moving closer to the top of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Cruzeiro

16 Set 2025 | 10:53 |

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With a great goal at the end, Gabigol secured Cruzeiro's 2-1 victory over Bahia, on Monday night (15), at Arena Fonte Nova . The result kept the Minas Gerais team firm in the fight for the leadership of the Brasileirão , currently occupied by Flamengo.


Agitated second half


The first half was evenly balanced, with few clear-cut chances for either side. After the break, Bahia surged forward and opened the scoring in the 20th minute. In a swift counterattack, former Flamengo player Jean Lucas received the ball at the edge of the box and shot into the bottom right corner of Cássio's net , putting the home side ahead.


MINAS REACTION

Trailing, Cruzeiro made changes that changed the course of the game. The introduction of Sinisterra and Gabigol gave the team a boost. In the 31st minute, Matheus Pereira made a great individual play, dribbling past two defenders, and hitting the post . Sinisterra capitalized on the rebound to equalize.


GABIGOL'S GREAT GOAL

The equalizer lifted the spirits of the Minas Gerais team, who went in search of a comeback. In the 40th minute, Gabigol received the ball in space in midfield and unleashed a left-footed volley . The ball went straight into the top corner, a stunning goal that sealed Cruzeiro's victory. In celebration, the forward removed his shirt and was subsequently booked.

CLASSIFICATION

With the win, Cruzeiro reached 47 points in 23 games, moving into second place. Flamengo remains the undisputed leader with 50 points and a game in hand . Palmeiras is also in contention, with 46 points and two games in hand.



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