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Lucas Paquetá has a defined future after having his name linked to Flamengo
17 Ago 2025 | 18:57
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02 Mai 2024 | 07:49 |
After the victory of Flamengoabout Amazonas on Wednesday night (1), Tite held a press conference and explained the formation he tried after Gabigol's entry to play alongside Pedro. Furthermore, the commander also took the opportunity to reveal the reason for De La Cruz's departure in the second half, something that raises awareness for the Brasileirão game.
When talking about the formation he tried to impose on the team in the match against Amazonas, Tite reported that De La Cruz had to be substituted because he felt pain in his calf at half-time. The commander also reports that he left it on the field for a certain period of time, during which there was no risk of it "exploding".
ANOTHER INJURED?
With De La Cruz leaving the field feeling pain on the calf, the Flamengo is already raising the alarm for another possible injury to the squad just at the start of important competitions. This is because Everton Cebolinha, Arrascaeta and Erick Pulgar are treating their injuries and will only return to the field in the coming weeks. Therefore, the expectation is that the number 18 just felt uncomfortable.
EVALUATION BY THE MEDICAL DEPARTMENT AND FOCUS ON THE NEXT MATCH
When the squad is re-presented, De La Cruz will be re-evaluated by the Department Doctor of Mais Querido and you will have the right diagnosis. If he is able to play, the Uruguayan midfielder will start preparing with the rest of the squad for the next match, against Bragantino. The confrontation will be Saturday (4), at 6:30 pm.
The Spaniard played a full match for the Rio de Janeiro club for the first time, highlighted his physical development and celebrated the victory before the decisive clash.
17 Ago 2025 | 21:07 |
Signed in this mid-year window, Saúl Ñíguez experienced a milestone this Sunday (17). For the first time since arriving in Rio de Janeiro, the Spanish midfielder played the full 90 minutes in an official match wearing the Flamengo shirt . His full debut came in the 3-1 victory over Internacional , a result that maintained the Mais Querido's good moment in the Brazilian Championship.
Saúl celebrates 90 minutes for Flamengo: "I felt good"
At the end of the game, Saúl analyzed his performance, acknowledging improvement but still urging caution regarding his physical condition. "I felt good. Of course, I still lack rhythm, many things . Little by little, I'll regain my confidence. In many plays, I could have taken more risks, but I preferred to keep the ball and play more calmly. But I'm happy. It's a shame about the last goal; I wanted to keep the score after a great match. It was a shame," he declared.
With the victory, Flamengo extended its winning streak against the Gauchos. They had two consecutive victories in less than a week against the same opponent . Now, the next meeting between the teams will be in the Copa Libertadores, at Beira-Rio, in a match that will determine a spot in the quarterfinals.
Saúl highlighted the importance of the recent result for the squad's confidence. " Yes, of course, it gives confidence. We've already won two matches against them, we've been solid , balanced. In the Libertadores, at home, the second half cost us. But we showed that we can maintain the rhythm, maintain the game, in both halves. And we have to keep it up," the Spaniard assessed.
With the aggregate advantage after the 1-0 victory at Maracanã, the Rio de Janeiro team will have the opportunity to confirm their qualification away from home. The match against Internacional takes place this Wednesday (20), again at Beira-Rio, where Mengão will try to repeat their solidity and seal their place in the quarterfinals of the continental tournament.
The top scorer scored twice in the first few minutes, Plata extended the lead in the second half and the Colorado team was unable to react in front of their fans at Beira Rio.
17 Ago 2025 | 20:30 |
Flamengo secured a solid victory and remained top of the Brazilian Championship in the 20th round. Filipe Luís's team won 3-1, with goals from Pedro (twice) and Plata for Mengão, and Borré's goal for the Colorados.
Within the first minute, Vitinho received a yellow card and was suspended for Colorado's next match. The play seemed to portend trouble for the home team, which soon proved to be the case. Six minutes later, Arrascaeta found Varela, who headed the ball to Pedro to open the scoring. Shortly after, the Uruguayan got back in the game, setting up the number 9, who made no mistake: 2-0.
Internacional even tried to respond with shots from Aguirre and Borré, but without much danger for Rossi. On the other side, Rubro-Negro remained in control and even saw Léo Pereira nearly extend his lead with a bicycle kick that hit the post.
After the break, Colorado came back more aggressive. Gustavo Prado created good opportunities and forced Rossi into two important saves . The comeback, however, was hampered by the visiting team's defensive solidity.
The punishment came in the 16th minute, when Saúl won the ball back from the Colorado attack and passed it to Plata. The striker finished with style to make it 3-0, silencing part of the stadium. From then on, the Gauchos tried to push back, but their lack of precision kept the score intact. The Mais Querido almost scored the fourth through Ayrton Lucas, but Anthoni was denied.
The match gradually cooled down in Porto Alegre. Inter looked for space, but found the red-and-black defense alert and well-positioned. Substitutions were made on both sides, and when the team from Rio Grande do Sul brought on some starters, they managed to break the deadlock with Borré in the 47th minute of the second half.
Flamengo now returns to the field again against Internacional, however, this time, for the Copa Libertadores da América, next Wednesday (20). It is worth remembering that the Rio de Janeiro team achieved a 1-0 victory, in the game held at Maracanã.
Despite being suggested to Mais Querido in this window, the midfielder still has a distant future at the Rio de Janeiro club, which prioritizes other positions in the market.
17 Ago 2025 | 19:19 |
Midfielder Arthur, currently without a place at Juventus, was offered to Flamengo this transfer window. The player, who is close to returning to Grêmio , was analyzed by the Flamengo board, but without progress.
According to journalist Venê Casagrande, on his YouTube channel, the Rio de Janeiro club only sounded out values , in a move considered routine behind the scenes, but did not open negotiations for his signing.
Arthur emerged as a promising player at Barcelona, but failed to maintain regularity in European football. He played for Juventus, Liverpool, and Girona without much success. Last season, on loan to Fiorentina, he performed well and managed to regain some of his prestige.
For Juventus, the Brazilian made 63 appearances, scoring one goal and providing one assist. Still, he's not in the Italian club's plans, and they're considering a permanent exit.
While Arthur's name is being circulated on the transfer market, Flamengo remains focused on strengthening other positions. A center forward and a goalkeeper are the main targets for José Boto's football department.
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