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Flamengo made history in the Brazilian Championship this Monday (25) by beating Vitória 8-0 in a match valid for the 21st round. The match took place at Maracanã and marked the biggest win ever recorded since the implementation of the points format.

The impressive result surpasses the 7-0 defeat Goiás gave to Juventude in 2003 , and also Cruzeiro's victory by the same score against Bahia in the same year. Before this match, the Rubro-Negro's biggest victory in the points-based era had been the 6-0 victory over Juventude in the first round of this edition.

PEDRO SHINES WITH HAT-TRICK

The goals in the historic victory were scored by Pedro (three times), Samuel Lino (twice), and Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo, and Bruno Henrique, who completed the celebration. Filipe Luís's team gave their opponents no space, maintaining their intensity and offensive efficiency throughout the 90 minutes.

With 62% possession and clinical accuracy, Flamengo converted half of its 18 shots into goals. Samuel Lino stood out not only for his two goals but also for his decisive contributions in attacking plays.

FLAMENGO TAKES RECORD

Flamengo 8 x 0 Vitória (2025);

Cruzeiro 7 x 0 Bahia (2003);

Goiás 7 x 0 Youth (2003);

Sao Paulo 7 x 0 Paysandu (2004).

Flamengo staged one of the biggest routs of the Brazilian Championship by beating Vitória 8-0 this Monday (25), at Maracanã, in the 21st round. With 62% possession and very high efficiency, the team converted half of its 18 shots into goals.

The match started with full intensity. In the first minute, Samuel Lino opened the scoring after a pass from Arrascaeta. Two minutes later, Pedro extended the lead with a precise lob . In the 33rd minute, Arrascaeta scored the third, cementing a dominant first half, with 69% possession and three accurate shots converted into goals.

OVERWHELMING SECOND HALF

After the break, the pressure continued. Pedro scored his fourth goal in the 13th minute of the second half, making it three of the match . Samuel Lino, a standout with two assists and two goals, also scored with a header, making it 5-0. Luiz Araújo, who had come on in the second half, extended the lead to 6-0 after a pass from the number 9.

The seventh goal came with another assist from Samuel Lino to Pedro , and the rout was sealed by Bruno Henrique, who converted a penalty in the 35th minute, closing the score at 8-0 in a very inspired night for the players.

FLAMENGO EXCHANGES PARTS

With a significant lead, Filipe Luís made changes to rest his starters. Samuel Lino and Arrascaeta, who had contributed five and three goals, respectively, were removed, making way for Bruno Henrique and Carrascal. Earlier, Luiz Araújo had already replaced Plata, maintaining the offensive presence. Vitória, on the other hand, barely reacted. The Bahian team managed just one shot in the entire match , while Mengão registered 18 attempts, nine of which were on target.

Filipe Luís and Carlo Ancelotti were once again the topic of national football this Monday (25). While the Italian announced the list of the Brazilian National Team for the next Qualifying games , the Flamengo coach commented on the choices.

Before the match against Vitória, in the Brazilian Championship , Filipe was direct when asked about the lack of names from his squad among those called up: " To those who were called up, congratulations. To those who weren't, work harder. There are still many players from other countries, and the National Team is a consequence. I have to think about what's best for Flamengo. The fewer Flamengo players called up, the better," said the coach.

ALEX SANDRO IS THE SOLE REPRESENTATIVE

Among Flamengo 's players, only Alex Sandro was remembered by Carlo Ancelotti. However, the left-back caused a scare when he was injured in the 21st minute of the first half , with the Rio de Janeiro team already leading 2-0 at Maracanã.

The 34-year-old defender, who is back in action after a few injury issues, left the match complaining of muscle pain. This could be a concern for the national team coach , who will face important matches against Chile and Bolivia.

ANCELOTTI DEFINES LIST FOR GAMES

Coach Carlo Ancelotti announced this Monday the 25 players called up for the Brazilian national team's upcoming matches. The left-back selections were Alex Sandro of Mengão and Caio Henrique of Monaco. If the Brazilian player's injury is confirmed, Ancelotti may have to consider a replacement for the position.